At this point, I feel like they’re just avoiding it altogether.For those of you who have dealt with this before—how did you handle it?

Saves his credit and reduces your sentence.

A benefit of this setup is that VRBO still processes payments and handles the transaction.

Options like a unique amortization schedule or a 3/2/1 or 2/1 stepdown interest rate could provide initial relief to get you through the renovation phase while giving the seller confidence in a structured payoff plan.To determine an entry point, consider reducing the price based on the current NOI.

Now I'm banned for spamming and while I'd like to handle this privately I'm blocked from the messaging system. 

Many Realtors will suggest purchasing a property using a FHA Loan, to reduce your out of pocket money.

let the title companies handle it like we do.. they are not mandatory in our area .. although they are for PM's 

A good manager will handle everything from marketing to maintenance and tenant screening, saving you time and stress.Vendors and LandscapingBuilding a team of dependable vendors—like landscaping companies, contractors, and insurance agents—is critical.

Strategic timing matters, especially with multi-state portfolios.Real Example:Investment property sale in 2019Federal noticed unreported gainTwo states involvedTimed response to fall after state deadlinesResult: Only federal adjustment appliedInvestors: What's been your experience handling tax notices across multiple states?

That would be a helpful addition to your plan as you would further reduce your cost of living.Also don’t forget from that $600 you are planning on getting in cash flow you have taxes, insurance, maintenance, capex, and vacancy to consider.With two homes, you may want to keep that extra $20k as an emergency fund rather than spending it on a third property and then be left with no emergency funds.