And when the house was exactly like we wanted it to be, we moved out.

I'm sure you would be thrilled to support any of the posts on here where people are complaining about a company or their REI experience. 

The monthly payment difference would be something like $100.

What should I be looking at when trying to consider an appropriate offer (especially if I can't see the property since I'm investing out of state)?

Let me know if you need anything and what projects you may be working on and I may be able to help out.

I've handed off my LTR to a separate PM and they want to be named on a general public insurance policy for the unit, but truth be told, I feel like I need a solid umbrella policy to cover the MTR and any claims against myself and husband as the owners of the property.

Obviously geographically the risk of a major earthquake is real with the New Madrid fault being close by.

Patience is a virtue that may be worth practicing.  

With homes staying on the market longer, be aware of interest rates, as they can influence buyer affordability.

If you don’t comprehend what he’s saying (you Brittany obviously get it) you have no business being an investor.