Host an event highlighting the haunted stuff. have a dark metal band or weird steampunk band play the event. 

However, I suggest reading the company's website and Google Reviews when narrowing down your selection.

The question I am wrestling with and I am literally out of my mind thinking about it - shall I rent the current home (A) and hope that the property appreciation will make up for the lost savings and more (build a asset and income stream over time)  or should I sell it (A) and invest the proceeds in (B) and bring down the monthly expense. 

I will say you have a very large area that I would argue you should narrow down.

I didn't expect anyone to really read it.lol.Anyway, hopefully our talking can further narrow my focus and lead to more actionable steps. 

Or you can just go with a broker like Tarik mentioned who will do the shopping around for you and then narrow it down to one lender that you should get your credit pulled from.

So essentially the property cant be sold. in our area we simply open escrow with title company B and close...

I have waited to post an intro and Im glad I did because my brain has been running in many directions for months and it feels good to narrow our investment strategy!

I am beginning to narrow down my search and the criteria that I am considering is as follows: Population size/GrowthWhere are people coming from? 

Getting good at the math will ensure positive cash flow.As you learn you’ll start to narrow your focus.