Here in NY if I wrote a cash for keys agreement, it would have to be filed in specific legal places with certain documents and notarized. 

.- Analyze Comparable Properties: If you’re working in a specific market, reach out to other landlords or property managers with similar assets.

My biggest advice for people would be as follows.Know why your in the real estate game, and why a specific niche.

That was the only production schedule I was given even though I specifically earmarked the buildings I was purchasing in the project.

If you live there you probably have a good handle on the subtle market dynamics.One significant risk of buying any property out of state is that you have a lot less knowledge and first hand experience with all the nuances of that specific market.

This means you'll want to "write off" expenses related to a property you have in service because if those expenses don't benefit you this year they could in the future once you sell the property.We can get into a lot more details with the "if" "and" or "buts" BUT I think this would be the "simplest" answer without diving into your specific situation here.I hope this helps! 

Without knowing the specifics of the neighborhood or property I would expect it to appreciate the same as other 1-4 units in the area over the next decade.

However, you have to invest in specific communities where they are encouraging development.

Are there specific metrics or tools you rely on?

In light of this, I have been exploring the possibility of pursuing creative finance options, specifically seller finance deals, as a potential means to achieve my goals.