@Rose White Your listing is your first opportunity to vet prospective tenants.

My wife and I need a bigger home and we have an opportunity that presented itself.

You do not have the opportunity to look inside the house before bidding so you're buying sight unseen.

Sounds like a great opportunity at the right time for you! 

Whoever gives me the most business and has an excellent close record will first be presented with off-market opportunities. 

Do you mind providing some more specific numbers on your opportunity?

Property managers and agents can be really helpful as well as they’ll give you insight into the market and could have some opportunities for you down the road.In the meantime, try researching the areas you're interested in.

Don't discuss the mold with him because he obviously didn't provide evidence or the opportunity to remedy the situation. 

If the land is in a suitable location, this could open up opportunities for developing 2 homes or even selling off one of the lots, which could lead to a good profit.

Look for off-market deals, seller financing opportunities, or even house hacking a small multi-family with an FHA loan (3.5% down) if you plan to live in one unit.For creative financing, explore seller financing, subject-to deals, and lease options.