Hoping that the brain power of the masses can assist in providing me with some clarity.We have been going through the process of doing a short sale on a ski condo in Colorado and arrived all the way to the closing table to discover that the HOA had not accepted the short payment that the seller's agent had indicated and as such was demanding that the short sale be re-approved with the HOA getting more of what they are due or else they will continue with the foreclosure process. 

I plan to continue to live (most of the time) in California and spend a few weeks each year at the property in NV or AZ. 

- How can I️ maintain the most favorable position for a property loan in the future but continue to utilize equity ?

And what direction would you like to continue going, from here on out?

Title company- I am also looking for a title company which can investigate and advise if the title of a property is clean as fast as possible such as no lien or something.

This is my 1st deal, and I only want to continue the transaction contingent upon the appraisal showing that the house is worth that much, at least, and the home inspection. 

They come with their own tools, experience, insurance, licensing, and continuing education.

I'm an agent who's been heavily investigating that particular market for a foreign investor recently and I'm leaning towards either new construction or picking up a unit (townhomes) that is already updated.

Just continue to rent at current rate for May, deliver a letter explaining the increase, and have the tenant sign a new lease now that takes effect on June 1.  

My question is what was the due diligence period for if not to investigate these issues?