Will appraise over our rock bottom selling price of $500k but buyer is "making the case " that he only will qualify for $490k, DP included. 

Rock solid advice 

I am a Realtor that services the area and also co-host STRs in the Tampa, Indian Rocks Beach, and Apollo Beach area.I’m not sure if you’re looking for help from an agent to find properties, needing some projections, or have general questions about the market, but I’d love to help where we can.I’ll send you a DM! 

It's crucial to align this decision with the nature of your income sources and their respective tax treatments.

Most likely the state where the property is located is where lawsuits would be brought if they are something for personal injury like a trip and fall or something of that nature because the “cause of action” arose in that state.

Wooded areas can be attractive to those who value nature and a quiet environment, but the cost can be higher.

Quote from @Daniel Rabinov: Would love to hear the opinion of anyone on how exactly he would take $1,000,000 cash and utilize it to meet the targets below.Please, if any agents/brokers are replying, don't talk about the market you work in as it's a bias opinion due to the nature of your work.I currently live in Spain, but can oversee projects and physically arrive at a destination if needed but not relocate.Goals:1.

@Sam BoothTrim trees (don't cut down), flowers or plants along walk way, paint door, river rock or some stone where bushes are, Dark mulch around tree, plant grass, drink a beer and call it a day.That said, I have no idea about the ARV in the neighborhood so that could be too much work...or too little.

The deprecation taken without this will be passive by nature and only able to offset passive gains. 

If you pick a bad tenant in any state, it's going to be a pain to evict them and when you do, they can always put rocks down your toilet or cement.