An existing duplex provides immediate rental income and proven market comparables, reducing risk.

I have some properties in Abilene and have really enjoyed the market there.

I have a small team but work 3 different markets.

As well - for redemption periods please see the following post.Alabama Tax Sale Redemption Rights, Denise Evans post.For those interested in this, please see this post from the market place.

It's nice to hear from an investor who is doing the same thing in the same market. 

Youve asked is there a resource for finding market rents?

I’ve looked into blanket loans before, but I’m curious about how they’re shaping up in today’s market.

Is this the only market you are looking at to invest in or are you open to out of state investing as well?

Just as bad as the posts you see from time to time of the grandchild wanting to work out creative financing to buy their grandparents house below fair market value.  

You could charge them market rent, but it may not match your Airbnb earnings.