Well, yes, some properties may require complete work, but others may just need cosmetic things to bring them back on the market.

I'm happy to be a resource as well.

You will be obligated to modify your home insurance once you leave, regardless of whether you self-manage or not and this would apply to Scenario 2 as well - for any property you don't occupy yourself.3. 

I wish you well in your real estate endeavors. 

Yes trying to find info as well, offered 1031 and/or straight investment $s w 6 month min lockup period for a return in the 14s, seems too good(i know what they say, lol)

@V.G Jason Well that was a lackluster response.  

I think we're priced pretty well when looking at comps now, and we did one price reduction.

Well I may not be the most seasoned in the world but my wife and I have established processes that work for us. 

Well, the original close date was delayed with no concessions. 

I also agree that Akron is a viable area as well, but Im still finding the best deals in and around Cleveland.