If it gets rented the owner will update the listing with a new available date; if this moves by 30 days or more you can reasonably assume it was rented.

I found the new job the prospect was hired for (Provided me with a job letter stating the rate and date started as Sept 30) at the end of last month, shows that the LLC the prospect works for has been administratively dissolved a few months back.

I have tried to find potential syndicators by literally tracking down who bought apartments that I see clearly have new owners... but in each case, to date, the new owner appears to not be open to outside investors (and so far no local outfits), so that's not working out.

Its either ra ra ra  or dose of reality so someone understands what the challenges are. the fellow who runs the call center gave the best advice for someone with a few hours.. just hit the phones and try to create leads for others.

Usually, you're comparing your 401k portfolio returns (which are usually in a default target date fund) vs SPY. 

I am trying to make sure I am only enforcing the lease and not reading it with a biased perspective.I would happily consult an attorney for a reasonable fee (any recommendations are welcome.)The original annual lease had an end date of 3/31, if that is helpful to know.

When they gave notice did they give their move-out date?

In regards to your EMD (from what I've learned so far) If you are within your inspection period still &/0r have some sort of clause in your contract stating ( “buyer has the unrestricted right to terminate contract with a written notice no later than ( inspection period date) than you have proof.

I live in FL and dating one of the biggest brokers in S Fl, she agrees as well.

Make sure you come to the Space City REI Meetup this month on Septermber 25th to meet some fellow BP members here in Houston - At The Cannon Event Room near Bunker Hill!