Now, if the deal is so sweet that someone may want to step into your shoes prior to closing for a large fee, make the contract including the seller financing terms freely assignable and ironclad.Good luck.

Again, I would communicate this directly and proactively to them so they were not surprised.

What should be my next step to narrow down and research?

Can I just birddog the situation, step out the way, bring the buy and asking for a referral?

I've been lurking on BP for about a month, so I have a rough idea of the regular newbie steps which I will try to address below.

These steps can reveal potential issues upfront.You’re spot on about reserves; they’re critical for navigating situations like this.

It’s ironic that the state is essentially leaving landlords high and dry, while at the same time calling on them to step in and help solve the housing crisis.

What, specifically, would you recommend my first step be?

Hello Yents,Congratulations on taking the first steps toward real estate investing!

Let me expand on the steps and share additional insights:1.