If they are asking for a large deposit and no inspection or contingencies, beware they could be fishing.

It is in indeed, there are other leisurely activities like ice fishing and snowmobiling but it definitely slows down. 

Small fish in the end game, and the current arv with current housing prices is around 500k so I’ll still win.

Hey @Denise Frazier, I'd second what Jeremy said above . . . fish from the contractor pool in Knoxville (I sure hope they won't refuse to work there), or clean it up and wholetail it (wholesaling, but to a retail end user via the MLS usually). 

@Savannah White Go Hokies!!!

@Richard Fish I would consult with a local real estate attorney that specializes in land lord tenant law.

Bathrooms or kitchen counters.Not grounded, buy a fish tape at home depot. ($15-$30) you are lucky the upstairs is already good.

@Mike LambertYes, I agree it is a good idea to shift from long- to short-terms in tourist areas.I am currently fishing for a seller in Acapulco willing to sign a master lease-option so I don’t have to wait on the sidelines until my long-terms sells.And I also have my eyes set on a couple of developments in Tulum.

Also, successfully investing there isn't like shooting fish in a barrel.

Thanks David and yes he is right: I think you will get really more good advice on here... but unfortunately we are fishing at this point... as there are a lot of moving parts and someone that knows what they are doing should take lead on this: someone that can help you ask the right questions of the city, building and safety and to go onsite and see what you are working with.