We paid to have someone cut and paste our information into online credit card applications (they applied for 10 cards in total), and then to have instructions on how to liquidate our funds emailed to us.

We work hard cut costs as much as possible, everywhere that we can. 

We will cut them loose if we have to, but I think the old landlord just made it too easy for them.  

I was considering going into real estate investing because I would like to cut out the middle man ( the broker that is) lol and have some diversity with my license, not just helping people buy and sell houses.

I don't self-manage this property which definitely cuts into my profits, but I'll still consider this a win for now because it's appreciating at an average rate of 9-10% a year.

Why do people like to go that route does it cut down on capital gains?

Hey Joey, Here is my understanding of the subject:Key Components of a "Subject To" Offer:Clear Identification of Conditions: Clearly state the conditions ("subjects") that must be satisfied for the offer to be binding.

If you go forward, make sure they handle all maintenance & repairs on the property too because these organizations typically have in-house staff..Snaking toilets, repairs, grass cut, snow removal, paint...Make sure you're covered with insurance as well. 

The Tree cutting issue was discussed in more detail on another post intitled "Unlicensed Property Management Company in Jackson Mississippi".

You can cut the house off on 5 acres and sell for a little less than you paid for the total ($150,000 less).