The important things to consider about HOA fees is that they usually include some utilities: Water/Sewer, Trash, sometimes shared amenities like gym, clubhouse, pool, and they are saving you the time and headache for property maintenance: lawn care, tree timing, roof, siding, etc.

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I have also utilized owner financing for longer periods of time, including personal residence and 2 barrier island houses on the coast of Florida.  

They likely know people in the area, and then they might feel that you are trying all avenues to find the next tenant.

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Kansas City is the “Heart of America” a transportation hub in the center of the country with a small city feel and the big city attractions of art, culture, fine dining, and professional sports teams.

Cost was about a dollar a mailer and my assistant's time, including postage.

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Good point - should have included that.

I feel I'm on the low end, but my COC return a year later is roughly 14%.