I am a HUGE fan of the Hattiesburg area, what are your concerns with just investing there?

I was at his mercy, and I was concerned the contractor would run away.

I am concerned about timing yes people will always buy land but builders and developers lots are going much slower with high interest rates fewer can afford to buy.

@Jim Witten  I think his concern may be that he could get cut out of the deal if you don't sign a listing agreement with him.I probably wouldn't sign the agreement, but I would sign a letter saying I agree to pay him x% if his client buys my property.Regardless, I wouldn't let this opportunity slip by without checking it out first.

She didn't start out on section 8 but had to quit working due to health reasons.

Since your OOS it's not your concern the PM deals with it, stay out of it. 

You could also offer a gift card to a local gym to keep things fresh for health-conscious renters. 

With all the concerns I posted about above, maybe it's a good program for all. 

If anything, a concerned owner would want to have a clear understanding of a PMC's screening criteria and fully understand the process - which we originally posted.

. - Make sure you get a security deposit and perhaps do a surprise inspection of their current home.S8 requires an inspection (mostly health & safety) before approving a lease and then annually thereafter. - Not something most landlords taking care of their properties have to worry about.There are limits to clauses they allow in your lease.