I'm just being extra careful (as I should) with the local team handling the transactions.

Common issues include incomplete data (e.g., missing property taxes or HOA fees), unreliable rent estimates, and the time-consuming process of manually calculating metrics like cash flow or ROI.Platform Preference: A web-based platform would work well for in-depth analysis, but a mobile app would be crucial for on-the-go research and quick evaluations, especially when touring properties.Wish-List Features: A tool that integrates local market data (rental demand, appreciation rates, or vacancy rates) and offers scenario modeling (e.g., "What happens if I increase rents by 10%?")

The reality is many lower rate offers have a higher price or are $hit properties, but not all.If you are paying extra for owner financing make sure that the discount rate easily justifies the purchase price.  

It's easy to obtain, costs very little, and doesn't require extra, on-going effort to maintain.

What we learned: We got lucky that we gained a lot of extra equity soon after we bought the house, which makes these repairs palatable. 

Additional Details:The property is in a desirable area with good amenities nearby.STR data from AirDNA shows decent revenue potential, but the lack of comps makes me hesitant.I’m looking for a balanced approach that minimizes risk, even if STR performance doesn’t hit expectations.If anyone has experience investing in Cincinnati or navigating markets where STR data is sparse, I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Purchase price: $15,000 Cash invested: $15,000 Sale price: $5,000Motivated Seller- 3 Lots total: (1) Commercial Building, (2) 1 Bed room Rental houses, plus an extra lot.What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Quote from @Devin James: Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: for us we do very little marketing we rely on MLS what we do to compete is spend an extra 10k or so per house with upgrades other builders simply wont do..

If anything, we're now seeing data that suggests there isnt much reason for rates to drop significantly any time soon.

Luckily I had extra cash and I will close.