A good old fashioned CD ladder is always an option too.To be honest, I never got the value add from the FDIC guarantee.

Asking on BP is nice, but to be honest I wouldn't say it's enough due diligence for big ticket items.Historic properties are another good example where getting into specialized skills and materials, and deviating from the "standard" way of doing things, might look aesthetically pleasing but can cost a whole lot more when repairing or replacing.Based on what you've said, and without seeing specific numbers, the property sounds overpriced and I would be cautious about buying it.

To be honest, I was surprised that people still do a product pitching. 

I'll be honest, I low-balled them and they countered @ 395k....I am only interested if I can get it for $300k, wouldn't you agree?

Rather drastic,, I'd get tenant to pay but maybe extend the payment over 2 months or so.. honesty to evict over this is not my way of doing business,, I'd get the money but extend the time to pay, unless I was itching for a way to kick them out.. maybe time to raise the rent and hire a snow plow guy service.. 

To be honest, I think your gut already knows the answer to your question.

@Brian Garrett to be honest, I can't recommend snow tubing or snowmobiling right now, because we don't have enough snow for this at the moment!

Really not worth my time to be honest. I

To be honest I still do free estimates for a known R.E Agent's because of the different avenues of work request they bring.

I truly appreciate your honesty.