Location is obviously key if you are looking at other areas (closeness to station, shopping, schools) etc.In addition, in more rural areas, people tend to rent units for families rather than for single occupants.Last, I hear it is really a nightmare to attract tenants.

Imagine having several properties in a ROTH producing income that isn't taxable!

Some of these are written in by developers to attract buyers "no Mr and Mrs Smith, this will never turn into a big rental community only homeowners.  

The awesome neighborhood is admittedly a bias and a big factor in why this property is so attractive to me.  

Generally, the time to produce proof of funds is covered in the real estate purchase contract and allows for X days to prove you have the funds on a cash offer. 

So far I've found door knocking on 30-60-90 pre foreclosures and bandit sign leads to be the highest producing. ...and for clarity, I understand my primary action should always be speaking with motivated sellers who have equity. ...

One of the most important parts of using hard money is making sure you are bringing an attractive offer for the lender and not just yourself.

Action helps produce lots of learning and lots of confidence. 

If you haven't looked into the Brian Buffini Peak Producers course, I might do that if I were in your shoes.  

Is it normal to have that much attraction right off the bat?