Offering to buy your own materials and hand-delivering them to the jobsite yourself will get you the same result, but they'll get a good laugh too.

I dont want to offer and put down ernest money and then have a lender say no go.

If you do not know the numbers, how are you going to make an offer? 

So I want to be able to make offers fast to secure the best deals. previously ive had 20% down for each deal and already pre approved.

Find a mentor to accelerate your learning curve and offer guidance.

The LLC can offer legal protection, as well as create its own bank account to clearly show expenses used on the rentals. 

@J Newman how many doors and planned growth will dictate software choice.So, share that info so we can offer more assistance...

My advice (which I am doing now) is offering lower offers on properties that have sat for a while (60-90 days +) and see.

I already have my team trusted team and I want to expand my portolio of STR offerings in the city without buying at the moment.If you have any insights or recommendations on where to find such properties, I'd greatly appreciate your input!

Hey Matt, the Midwest has a lot to offer investors but the best city depends on what you want.