I am on a heavy deadline to find 10-20 properties to be under contract by April 15, i utilize the linkedin site which provides me with lists of REO asset managers and such.

They understand I'm offer to pay all cash, and a few were willing to give a slight discount however I'm lacking confidence when the numbers are tight.

I'm Evan, new to the site and as an REI.The Austin market is tight with so many ground pounders, but the outskirts are booming and this is the place where I have time to find an research deals. 

You know how the realitors just love the tight shots of the house

Paul, I am getting 900$ for the 2 bedroom, I was going to raise it by $50 but I know they are on a tight budget and she was non to happy when I mentioned it.

I call agents in the area of the subject property and they are tight lipped.

TimSorry you're having to "walk the high and narrow road" on this one,,,Got a suggestion though,,just food for thoughtAlways offer your contractors a bonus for finishing early ,passing inspection,& work done in a timely manner,,,,Always stipulate a fine per day over deadlines,,,,I enjoy your post and hope you come out OK on this one,,,,as my dear Latino colleagues say "You got "cajones",,,,[stones] ,,,,i.e "great intestinal fortitude"Best RegardsDave DoyleMonrovia Ca

But she is probably thinking she is set for life and can sit tight.

Because they will happen and you don't want to be in a tight situation when they do.See you around the forums!

The numbers are tight, but I'm crossing my fingers I can "make" it work.