I'm guessing the higher property values also help fund the school district better, and because the homes in that elementary school are more expensive, it slowly becomes more and more exclusive to the more affluent (who generally do better in school).

Once you get past the service charge, parts costs, and exclusions, you would be better off just fixing it yourself.

Next, expand your advertising to include classifieds in a local newspaper or online property circular.

This also allows me to purchase FSBO or other non MLS deals without having to involve an agent.When I was buying my own home (before getting into investing) my agent told me that legally, I need to sign exclusive or he can't do business with me.

I checked the lease and there is no exclusive.  

In LA, single motivated seller leads are selling for over $500 EACH (for exclusive leads).  

I was involved with a condo owner and attended the HOA meeting discussing the matter, the board had to authorize funds for the work.Next issue I'm aware of was a small community, mostly MHs but a few houses, the developer was forcing billings on rentals, this hit the newspaper here and TV, he was not licensed as a utility and fined.

I do not often start threads or self-promote but a new thing happened to me today...My project was in the newspaper today followed by an on-site interview and 2+ minutes on the local 4:00 news!  

At that time, she began to advertise it for rent in the local newspaper.

If you haven't sign any exclusive agreements go out there and talk to as many realtors as you can.