I checked and apparently Brian has not posted since Dec 12, 2018 so it is likely that he, (like I was) was/is on vacation and hasn't seen your post or been available to comment or respond.4.

Enjoy the income received by putting nothing down with the VA loan and keep doing it everywhere you go.

Looking to invest in a property that could either rent for close to the 1% rule (I know VA Beach is notorious for having a home value to actual rent disconnect) or operate well as a vacation rental.

This post is intended for those that have had a similar experience, those who enjoy seeing how others are working their path to FI and is a full disclosure on where I have been and where I intend to go. 

The market's on fire here, so I thought I'd try a new strategy -- vacation rentals in Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge!

The property being auctioned is padlocked and we can’t determine if it’s vacated or not (windows are quite dirty and there’s a high fence).

Don't offer to take it out of his deposit because he may fail to turn the unit over in good condition and then you've lost all leverage.Pay the termination fee and sign a written agreeementAfter he vacates, inspect for cleaning and repairsApply the deposit and/or refund, as necessary

I primarily want to verify identity and criminal history.Since I can't run an application on the company, I usually charge a higher deposit of double or triple the rent or I will ask them to pay first, last, and deposit.I also try to negotiate a cleaning fee and use my professional cleaner after vacating. 

In my location, I would have to give them a delivered 30 day notice to vacate.   

Enjoy the ride!