It'll likely take a month or two assuming that the loan is with one of the large servicing companies that move at a glacial pace. 

Yep, when we sign up for servicing as a company they ask you "what loss mitigation measures does your company allow" We offer loan mods, forbearance, deed in lieu, short sales and short payoffs.

Which companies did you choose?

My retirement system doesn't allow for me to roll anything over given that I'm still employed with the company and also under 59.5 years old.

and frankly most landlords send a technician to fix things, not go there themselves, same goes for lawn care, usually you have a company that comes every week/other week, you do not need to be there.... 

There's more low-hanging fruit here than I'll ever need, but hitting the ground running to pick it before land prices start reflecting the new higher values requires more capital than I have and I don't do debt.There are two main companies in the US who do the work of creating and selling eco-mitigation credits on a joint venture basis, separated by the Mississippi river.

My priority was finding reliable mentors and peers who could help me learn the ropes, offer guidance, and even share insights about overcoming the unique challenges I was facing as a new agent and investor.Networking wasn’t easy at first.

I like to think I have done ok. for me finding properties is sales - managing real estate and growing your company requires problem solving. 

They are a horrible company with unethical billing practices.

btw, i did not pay that much for sure, but i got what i want... without a mean management company. lol