So if you can't beat them, join them?

I actually wouldn't be surprised if they beat it up a little on the way out for you.

A non-motivated seller will beat around the bush and ask you to make an offer. 2.

The security deposit and possibility to get prorated refund for unused days rent the faster they vacate is a very effective incentive!

Maybe a 2nd job to pay off debt faster? 

They will beat any competitors price.

You beat my offer.  

I'm sure you've notice what's happening to metro stations & DC becoming a public commuter city)- Review market rates (Rents)- Nothing beats driving around the area and checking for yourself (day & night)- Read articles (Bisnow, Business Insider, Washington BizJournal)Please let us know your journey and how things are going.

I work a full-time job, have a strong/stable income, near perfect credit, 3 days off/week to dedicate to RE, access to frequent and inexpensive airfare, and enough saved for 20-25% down on a 50-150K property.My criteria would be at least a triplex (preferably a four-plex) that needs minimal rehab that also falls within a relatively-stable rental market. 

I use attorneys and title companies and have been able to do great through the years I advertise to attract for sale by owners and I search for sale by owner advertisement Very simple, faster, less complicated and in today's age practically everything is online!