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I noticed in a market I am in that there are several properties that are listed in the MLS that are below the comp values. They don't appear to require any repairs.  Example is the comps come out at 310k. They are ask...

I'd plan to offer him a cash offer of $900k, or $100k cash down and he take back a note for $1.3k.   

A more streamlined approach, which still offers a significant degree of protection, would involve grouping properties by state under separate LLCs, as I did.As you delve deeper into real estate investment, you may also want to explore syndications and private placements.

Made this offer a few times over course of 6 months and gave up on it and the seller came back with favorable contract.

Then they offered what they could (which I was more than happy with) and we agreed upon that price.I don't think they'd just turn you down.

Hey Ferrode, Cleveland offers affordable entry point, higher potential cash flow due to lower purchase prices and decent rental income while Columbus offers a stronger job market and population growth potentially leading to higher appreciation over time.

Let me know if I can be of assistance to you.

The ZenBusiness Premium package and the local attorney are the two options I'm most strongly considering, given that they offer the most comprehensive services.On one hand, ZenBusiness seems like a streamlined, cost-effective way to get things rolling, especially with the added features of the Premium package.

I subtract that from my offer and run my numbers as:Rent (estimates from the MLS on closed rentals in the last 3-6 months; we have access).Insurance (we go to an independent broker; who happens to work for my company, so we bid everything out to dozens of insurance companies for some estimates)Taxes (we challenge them after a year of owning)Water/common chargesWe do not add PM fees as we manage all of our properties ourselves.