The sellers had put so much pots, plants, planters and shrubs out that I thought there were too many plants/planters that would require a new owner to upkeep.After a few potential buyer tours/showings, the owner heard all the comments (via the security cameras) about how there was a "lot going on with the plants and stuff out front".

There may be some HMLs that comment as to their opinions.

The latest comments have the updates .

Also there is a new thing called "novation" and I am not an expert on this and can't comment on it.

It was 20% down  Like I mentioned on my comment above, it is possible to still finance this property with a non-traditional lender, especially when you are putting 20% down.

If it is indeed less on the other estimates present it to the PM, if they are the same price then you know the PM probably did the same digging to find the right company for the job.

I would appreciate any positive or negative comments on your experience with this investment opportunity. 

@Byoung BaeI agree with the above comments.

I'll keep stacking my dollars until a great opportunity presents.

There is a big difference in how those are handled  HAHA I just saw a post and commented where the person wanted to ask if they should overpay for a home because they can get is seller financing.