.#2 happens when the listing isn't attractive (bad pictures and/or copy).Can you post a link to the listing?

Vee - The opportunity is to buy the asset (the property) from the estate at either a discount or attractive terms.

Recently I read a very interesting blog http://www.newstylesigns.com/blog/attract-new-clients/five-ways-attract-… .The article says that there are many ways, both big and small, to make your store busier than ever. we can attract more customers using attractive sign boards and it's true that it makes a new look to the store.

Also, you might want to upload a personal pic or one of a local attraction, etc.

Tourist money!

All 3 options are a little convoluted, but pointing out this contingency allows one to make an offer that is most attractive to the seller (say, near their asking price), but makes sure they understand it's all about the REAL numbers that they are going to have to share with us in the near future.

If yes, do you think there is a disadvantage to being attractive?

Also if the tenants need pest control without doing anything irresponsible themselves to attract pests, then it's the landlords responsibility to pay for it.

etc...Assuming it's actually a good deal, I agree with Christi's advice above - you should probably try to take advantage of an FHA loan because 1) you'll meet the requirement many of us don't - you'll be living in the property and 2) the relatively low down payment is attractive for you because you don't have much savings.

I can tell you the MF you describe in town will attract C- tenants at best.