Unless the price is well adjusted I would avoid structural issues all together.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Doable if you lean on local boots-on-the-ground (realtors, PMs) and avoid another Cahokia overprice trap.

In both cases I settled with the homeowner to avoid aggravation, lost time, and expensive lawyers.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Understand the local permitting requirements, keep eyes on your property to avoid squatters, and make sure you have a great vacant insurance policy while you're renovating.

.✅ This avoids wasting time screening unqualified tenants.3) Before Lease Signing (Final Step)✅ Run the background check before approving the tenant, so you can verify:Credit history & income stability Eviction & rental historyCriminal background (if applicable in your state)Final ThoughtThe best time is after the showing but before lease approval—this ensures you’re only screening serious applicants while minimizing wasted time and costs.

Finally make sure that you have lived in the place you are selling two of the last 5 years to avoid capital gains taxes.

They strategically avoid speaking to customers and offer support via online chat to a non US based helpdesk.

Do you have prior experience to operating the rehab credit contingency to avoid the seasoning period?