I pointed out the ethical flaws at play, and “gave her the opportunity to rectify.”  

Marta........Piedmont/Montclair are definitely areas where it is an appreciation play.

Don't play games with the seller or the other agent.

I found a house in Flower Mound, TX for $298,000 I am playing to send in an offer for $325,000.

So, sometimes, "the only winning move is not to play." - War Games, 1983 film.

This would primarily be a Cash Flow play as I wouldn't expect a lot of appreciation there. 

But you don’t need to buy 20 props a year to kill it in the VR space and every year your dti should get better thus increasing your borrowing capacity if you play your cards right.

If the vehicles not removed, then they'll pick it up.If the vehicle is operational, properly registered, and belongs to you neighbor two doors down, the cops aren't going to play that game. 

I understand that individual circumstances play a huge role, but am curious as to what you would recommend based on your experiences. 

Timing also plays a factor.