The key is set specific areas with each one that dont overlap.

2/ you’re buying from a turn key company so they have to make disclosures to you as well as a closing cost sheet prior to you closing and taking possession.

Also, the key is to be one step ahead of the competition.

That is a key part of my criteria and I keep getting agents that don't get that and tell me about places that don't fit that criteria. 

The forward planning and ability to adapt to that first closed door was the key to your success. 

He stated that he was too busy to come by so just asked we leave the keys and he would come by at a later time/date.

If you did not collect the Security Deposit, you should not be so quick to return any monies at this point.No refunds should be made by you to the tenant until the tenant has moved all their belongings out and returned the keys to you. 

@Rufus WhiteLooking at some of the key numbers:Mortgage = $540/month (I am not sure if this includes taxes and property insurance). 

@Myles Cardenas To keep unit fIlled in off months, pricing is key.

The best advice I have is to try again but have your agent work with the selling agent to make sure notice is posted that she will be entering and that she has a key.