But the risk to the seller on this deal is immense you have a guy tying up a property who has no ability to close it and then sell it to whoever will give him money and that person could be nefarious get into title rip rents could give 2 craps about the sellers credit etc etc..

We recently relocated to Phoenix last summer and I'm starting to look for recommendations for local credit unions here in Phoenix which are trustworthy, low rates, personal touch, easy/simple to work with, etc. 

Juggling between work and personal life can be tough, but having a property manager can take some of the pressure off and let you focus on your other priorities

Just curious do you find that accessing county records online through the county clerk website works just as well as going in person?

You can’t use the property personally for more than 14 days or 10% of days rented, whichever is more. 

Fast forward 2 years his landlord mentioned in passing he might sell the property; I was the first person on his mind.

Personal guarantees are EXTREMELY common.

He's efficient and personable and is very able to assist you with questions if needed.Hope to discuss this with you further,

You now don't seem like the type of person most of us would accept a recommendation from.

This is our boilerplate language:Insurance: Tenant should obtain a renters’ policy of insurance on their personal property.