Let's get into spicy details.Note: this post tackles multiple topics at the same time and goes in various directions.

I did some research on my end and all of their emails went to my spam folder and in fact, I never read them. 

Case in point: I am reading a real estate economists' blog this AM and the thing is littered with spam comments seeking to get backlinks for a well known real estate personality.

Geez, I don't think you can tackle this yourself, not if everyone already knows about it.

When I add a new buyer I send them an email welcoming them to the list, sending my contact info, etc. and an example of what my email blasts look like and to make sure to add me as a Contact so my emails don't go to Spam.

Tackle problem #1 first so you'll know how best to pass title.

You've already stated that you would not move, but consider that if things go truly south, this option is actually better than the HELOC because new debt is placed on your new rentals as opposed to the primary you love.Take a moment to consider what risk you are most willing to tackle and the answer will be clear to you.  

The slowdown in spam calls started last month.

Tackling two big markets like Dallas and Knoxville is overly ambitious for someone just getting into the game.

I still get spam mail from them and ive unsubscribed from their email blasts i dont know how many times.