You could beat that rate with an online FDIC insured high yield savings account.My two cents... take the deal, don't renew the tenants after the lease is up, and sell the house.

I read a couple links online that suggested the bank would consider an offer including closing costs. 

My name is Brandon and I'm looking to get into the investing game.

Real estate is an options game and you have plenty of them.

I'm a Canadian investor that has been investing in real estate for the last 5 years and decided late in the game that it was time to start investing in the US Multifamily Real Estate Market. 

Based on the above and whether you are an accredited investor, you can invest in REITs, syndications, online funding sites, notes, etc.

Put some key words in like Oklahoma and you will automatically get s feed with any conversations taking place online, That's how I found you. 

Real estate is a numbers game and the more deals means more money.Jeremy

We have access to her online account and keep her checking account where she paid active (My wife was on the account before my MIL passed).

So VRBO does my calendar, and mentions additional amenities provided as well.You can get an idea by looking on line and looking at properties to see what they are charging, how many days they are vacant and see if you can calculate how much you need during the off period.