In a stable free economy the natural tendency is for prices to go down not up.

Prices a few years ago were based on expectations of (in addition to interest rates staying low): - Then current operating cost assumptions (like insurance cost expectations being flat)- A seeming disregard for record levels of new inventory / supply hitting the market- Extremely high inbound migration expectations which are likely to not be met, due to both natural disasters and the boomerang effect when people from California or the Northeast move to the American South and hate every minute of the humidity, the large and relentless swarm of insects, and the occasional hurricane. 

So when we did not receive any response to our emails for several days, this naturally triggers concerns and emotions.

Overall, these measures underscore the federal government’s effort to alleviate the financial strain on those affected by natural disasters.

Just can't rock out any more. :)

Funny story: my son the rock climber was in the Seattle area a few years ago when they had a massive snow storm with more on the way.

Naturally your property must sell before you can take title to the new one, but nothing prevents you from getting it under contract and make the process as smooth as possible.  

Additionally, I understand the risks associated with obtaining hard cash and working with hard money lenders, including higher interest rates due to the short term nature of the loan as well as the risk involved.

With your background in lease management and site selection, that could be a natural next step.Regarding STRs, I can understand the hesitation—accurate expense tracking is critical, and not having that data can make evaluating deals frustrating.

But given that it expressly includes a specific performance provision I would not be ignoring it… and neither would a judge or mediator.Real estate is unique by nature.