Then I clean it up, get another 10% down and do it again.

I use a clean logo and title, and basic contact information (phone, website, etc.).

My question is, since I'm not at all local, can I submit my offer by email and also sign and submit the contract by email or regular mail?

If regular buyers are encouraged to go after short sales, then the REOs will be left for investors.

My lease says that the tenant is to keep the yard clean, but tenants often don't do that.

Late fees, fines/citations, water/sewer, and finally rent.As an aside but related... we implemented a rigorous move-in, safe and clean, and move-out inspection system that protected us 100% when standing before a judge.

Let's see: Exercise the dog, rake the leaves and trash up, do the dishes, clean the house, do the laundry (including changing and remaking the beds) wash and gas up the van...Oh, a biggie---get my computer to work better and faster.

Alex, I buy, hold and manage notes as part of my regular everyday business.

You do have a good point about them being kept clean and properly cared for.

If they're not useful for investors, does anyone have any ideas on what could make them more attractive/useful to investors (as opposed to "regular" sellers and buyers)?