However, they generally won't consistently outperform savvy syndicators that are buying relatively good value in great markets and adding value to the properties.  

When you use an IRA to buy-fix-resell properties (flipping), for example, the IRA is not receiving passive income from the real property, but rather is acting as a real estate developer/contractor and the property is really just viewed as inventory in a sale enterprise - thus UBIT applies if this is done on a consistent basis.

We never dipped into the red.The first 8 months consisted of slowly and systematically evicting the non-paying tenants and troublemakers while simultaneously remodeling and replacing them with a better tenant basis.

He preaches that the “key to any kind of meaningful success with direct mail is consistent and persistent mailings.”

Remind them that this is also a chance to get consistent work.

Thanks @Frank Yang  the inspection report does not say anything wrong with the HVAC but states the age of the HVAC which is not consistent with the ad.

My advise is to follow the data and try to consistently evaluate your holding with as little emotion as possible. 

In that sense, price is merely one component in a series of components that can and do affect the out come of a trade.  

Is there any way to consistently win in a multi-offer situation other than making the highest bid (and, thereby, accepting a leaner CoCR than every other bidder)?

If you request pay stubs ask for a minimum 4 consecutive stubs to show they have a consistent income.