Given the uncertain neighborhood prospects, I'm torn between enduring potential long-term losses or cutting them now.

Tyler does seem like an exciting investment market with lots of potential.

Consider what questions the potential mentor may ask and how you would answer.

Or for minimal work, drill small holes near the pipe and spray foam insulation.

Would love a property in warm weather market so potentially can use it 1-2 weeks out of the year. 

HOA prices and restrictions is probably the next biggest thing to pay attention to as they will have a lot of influence on your profit margin and growth potential.

I'd like to finish it with insulation, electrical, dry wall, treaded stairs, etc. 

My dad was a builder (but has now passed) and I just think this makes so much sense but need to find access to the knowledge and potentially an investor/creative financing to do the rest.Anyone who could offer any advice/time/links to info would be greatly appreciated. 

All of these are things you want to look at when evaluating rental potential.

The potential 2.5% commission that might have been directed to the buyer's side is now potentially off the table.This change prompts a critical question for unrepresented buyers: how does this alter your strategic advantage when approaching a sale without an agent?