Also that gap in title records is a huge gamble, which is why the title insurance company won't touch it.

Maybe if you thought it was going to go up to 450k it would be a good deal but that is essentially gambling.

@Wilson Tang I would need a bunch of research if I am going to gamble 100k, it is good to equip yourself vs believe what others say.

As an owner, they would be able to cut a deal with a renter if they wanted to take that gamble for some specific reason (i.e. if it was january and the tenant had a big refund coming).

My spam box is now full, I've received dozens of USPS mailings, and even have a couple text messages to boot.Principally, I'd like to work with anyone who DOESN'T spam new applicants but as an entrepreneur, I also understand the data stream and spamming it relatively cheaply could provide a return.QUESTION:  As an active duty service member, how do I determine the best brokerage relationship that understands that I will NOT be their top salesman anytime soon? 

@Jesse Wixson,Purely my opinion...Investing for appreciation is speculation (read: gambling). ...and equity doesn't pay the bills. 

,My Answer would be -  In today's market if i want to buy #1 Reason would be Low Interest rates (knowing exactly when to buy can be a bit of gamble.

Also, counting on appreciation is more like gambling than investing.It sounds like you have lived in this place for 2 years and have owned it for at least 5?

Other then a few long time acquaintances that are Realtor's I've not gotten any feedback from emails I've sent to other Realtors...they where personalized so as not to appear to be spam...in fact I did diligence on the ones I emailed so they where definitely tailored.  

Bottomline you gambled and won.