I would offer 90% of the market value. if he sells it you with no agents he is saving 6%~ on real estate agent commission and the other 4% is a convenience fee in that he dos not have to endure showings etc. and you will get better pricing on a non-owner occupied property if you put down 25% is compared to 20%.  

My primary interest lies in the Houston market, but I’m open to exploring other areas as well.So far, I’ve read The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner and am currently working through The Book on Managing Rental Properties.

I've used propstream, but I would like to find something that is just a pay per list, not monthly fee.Second, are there any tools that allow you to search for individuals that have owned multiple properties over a given period of time? 

Hi Guys,in FL,HOA is foreclosing on a house in a week - Lien of 25k.the property also has a 1st position loan (Reverse mortgage)  that also just started proceedings with no set date or "Final Judgement" numbers yet.On the details of the 1st reverse mortgage foreclosure, its only mentioned that there is 320k principal balance due.The original note of the 1st was issued 2009, with a total sum of 650k, payble up to 2081 (!!).

We are new and have one property right now  but want to find an option that will grow with our business. 

NEVER buy a property without a thorough inspection by a great inspector that you select and pay for.

This BP topic, Total Available Market - 2, 3, and 4 units, describes the Raleigh market for property that meets Fannie Mae 1-4 Family underwriting. 

Ask anyone with investment property and they'll tell you it's not passive.I earn enough from investments that I could be financially free for life, assuming nothing major happens.

The property is 20 mins from San Diego proper and 30 from the beach.

Ultimately, I'd like to go into MFR, LTR, but I think maybe I should walk before I run, so I'm evaluating the markets for both MF and SF properties.