In my opinion, the ones looking for a new place earlier tend to be better tenants, but we have had plenty of low maintenance, pay on time types that are only looking for a place a month or so ahead of time.

Well, ****... if it isn't going to be verified, go ahead and tell the truth about her rent: HER rent is $500/month.I'd really drill down on if the AUS is calling for that in your situation.

game, then I'd suggest chilling out with the refis, and if you want $50/month more cash-flow, maybe go ahead and think of improving some of your assets so they command higher rent. 

Threatening with eviction because a friend brought their dog by during a visit (sat outside for 1 hour.)

You are already way ahead of the game because you have a potential buyer, but I would still try to make sure there is competition.

He says that work involves people visiting him (one at a time) for some type of mental therapy.

I will definitely keep my eyes open for opportunities but I think the days of finding those kind of deals might be far ahead of me.

Not 1 out of 7 people who have chimed in have said that it would be a good deal unless I got it for 350k, even then, with plenty of work ahead. 

I just meant that I wanted to be as far ahead as possible with help from real estate by the time I leave the Navy( >7 years from now).  

If you are new to REI and absolutely cannot visit the market (huge mistake in my opinion) then at least hire a local investor to be present at the inspection and give you their opinion.