That will only lower the amount of competition between buyers (or cause some buyers to bail before they have skin in the game)The only reason I see for this is if it is a very competitive market where you have a great offer on the table, but are expecting a ton more offers, at that point the seller may want to set certain terms like no inspection/financing/appraisal contingencies, sub 30 days to close, etc, but still, I wouldn't give away price points.

I wouldn't do it too soon before the property is stabilized because you could leave too much on the table.

Depending on what your parents make, they could get approved but once again a lender will be able to give you more specifics.If traditional financing is off the table, I would then try to approach the owner with a creative solution.

You are in a different market and bring different experiences to the table as a property manager of STR’s than I do.

I think @Brandon Turner covered this a few times on the podcast - if you want to find a mentor then bring value to the table.  

There is still a large stigma from unclean cap tables and how it impacts later-stage financing so the amount of capital required for any particular business model matters a lot too.  

His or her problem is that with so little down, the typical 6% brokerage commission will mean the seller has to bring cash to the closing table to close.

So as their price continues to trickle down over time; realizing their offer isn’t realistic my offer will remain on the table.

If you find the right lot, building from scratch is on the table for some people now. 

I have also been considering using Rehab Estimator Pro to help generate a SOW and validate my initial estimations.What I bring to the table: I have my own finances, access to private money lenders who believe in me, and an attorney (read: Father-in-law) in the family that wants to see me succeed.What I am looking for: Connections, community, and advice.