Maybe it isn't much of a distinction I guess... because either way I'm paying retail for an out of state rental that someone else puts a tenant in.Which is turnkey?

If the breaker has been replaced and the area around the main panel doesn't reek of burning plastic (electrical components melting  smell about as distinctive as burning hair) there is no safety issue. 

Yes, most sales come from follow ups sometimes after reaching out 7 times since their circumstances change over time.

This is not legal advice, I'm not your lawyer, etc.The Texas Occupation Code only allows the towing of vehicles from an apartment complex parking area in certain circumstances.

Taking advantage of opportunities is what investors do regardless of the circumstances.

I believe you have to wait for the seasoning period to be complete and/or move / have extenuating circumstances.

Is there a way to secure a bank loan in these circumstances?

And while there's no overabundance of case law I'd recommend trying to stay away from for the year before you sell unless you document circumstances, motivations, and justifications very thoroughly.After the completion of a 1031 it's a different story.  

Is there a legal distinction there?

I'm concerned that circumstances may require selling before the 15-25 years are up and because I don't have legal title I can't do that.