Originally listed above $200k, we landed at $171k.

I wouldn't call any of the fees you listed above as extra. 

I’m considering a 20-unit multifamily property listed at $1.6M, but the seller has indicated they’re willing to accept $1.25M.

We work closely with the listing agent to get documentation and we start making aggressive, contingent offers on replacement properties as soon as the inspection contingency closes on the sale. 

The programs he brags about are no more than searching Zillow and Craig’s list for key words.

I recently joined the forum and would like to quickly list my requirements without much ado.1.

I found it on zillow and bought it for listing price.

Don't put a high list price based on what you want, needs to be based on solds

Instead you will cash flow right out of the gate and appreciation is faster in those states with TLC properties or adding things like an ADU, or Carriage home on a bigger lot.Most of my investors that live in CA purchase in those states listed above and in most cases its easy to introduce them to local Seasoned realtors Contractors, Handy Men/Women that can help them save money and feel secure about the distance from home to REI.

The other business I run is reselling, listing items on eBay & FB.