I would review favorably.

The top buyer agents I know are great at structuring offers with price and terms that favor the client but still have a real chance of getting accepted.Some agents will just write whatever the client asks for and hope it gets accepted.

Treat this like a business deal, not a favor: define roles, deliverables, and pay before saying yes.

I realize that's an oversimplified example because no one would want their entire nest egg in one fund - just pointing out how favorable the math is when you start combining geoarbitrage with high-yield investments.

If cash flow doesn't exist in your market, what many investors do is invest in smaller more affordable markets with a favorable price to rent ratio.2.

Landlord Favorability is a subjective rating 1 is worst for landlords vs. tenants and 5 is best.

Luck favors the prepared. 

All of these can tip the algo in your favor as well as guest interest.

These two elements often get overlooked in the excitement of deal-making, but they play a critical role in the long-term success and sustainability of your investment journey.A well-thought-out tax strategy helps ensure you're maximizing all available deductions, utilizing the most favorable tax structures, and ultimately keeping more of your hard-earned income.

Paying far, far more over the term of the loan.Here’s what does help with affordability and investment mindset:  buying below market value or finding favorable terms through creative strategies.