I know building a reliable local network will be key, so I'm hoping to connect with experienced real estate team in the area.The military presence in Jacksonville catches my eye, and I'm particularly interested in properties that might appeal to military personnel and the associated contractors.

It may be best to partner with someone that has done one before or somehow is a local expert on lot splits.If you can add a bathroom into existing space on high cost property it can add a lot of value.  

I hit up a local wine distributor and pickup wine boxes (wooden ones) they give away to anyone who wants them.

@Darrell ShepherdIf you are dodging the processor server, they can just post it in the local newspaper and consider you been served.

Are you looking to invest locally there?

What I would do is contact your local attorney and ask what if any remedies you have under the circumstances, and you should not delay it as time in such matters is of essence.

If you have substantial (usually means 5 digits or more) donations, tax planning opportunities can get very complex.

Our pet deposit is non-refundable which is what I generally would recommend (assuming your state and local laws allow that).

Now to provide extra comfort and convenience to our buyers (who are mostly out of state) we agree to help them out by getting them set up with local property management that we work with closely as well as assisting management market the property for rent to place tenants.

Try some local small banks or look in the tools on BP