Quote from @Jason Hatfield: @Jaycee Greene  they require a non refundable deposit and give 48hrs to see proof of funds I would suggest developing a relationship with an HML/PML that would give you a "guidance line" that would basically be a "pre-approval" for situations like this to present to the buyer/auction company.

NOTE: I'm in contact with a reputable broker and the numbers they're claiming for repairs and ARV are SO MUCH better than what I'm using here, but I thought it's fair to pad the suggested numbers as I have done with the above also.  

Some great discussion and suggestions. 

I would suggest looking in Columbus Ohio for so many reasons - population growth, job growth, and companies moving here.

There are some great suggestions here on down payment, interest rate, servicing, and underwriting the borrower.  

suggest you think of using digital business cards, but not typical ones like all solutions out there, something that is the first AI-powered digital business card and offers AI persona, which handle client questions and would act as your 24/7 personal assistant. it’s called Avatalk,

I suggest 6 months of expenses to keep in cash.

Highly suggest coming out to some of the local chicago IN-PERSON meetups! 

Then based on @Michael Baum's suggestion, I think I will have my cleaner and/or maintenance person do monthly/quarterly maintenance like using using enzyme based cleaners, grease fighting drain treatments and hot water flushing. 

I would prefer to sell the property vacant or the easiest less stressful way as possible, however I was advised that could deter investors buyers interest as the rental income is a one of my strong selling points.I am open and would appreciate any thoughts and/or suggestions from fellow agents or investors alike.Thanks in advance;)