Or were the number of non-paying tenants simply exaggerated so states could get their hands on more money?

Negotiation was simply multiple conversations, we offered a price and he accepted the first offer.

The Quit Claim did simply states that they are giving all their right in the house, if any, to you. 

Otherwise simply evict them after a couple of written warnings. 

They can simply ask the listing agent if they are not sure* Network with other investors in those markets and ask them* Contact the town to see what services are included in the taxes (ex.

Simpli safe is very easy to set up and way cheaper for both the purchase and monthly service. 

Simply solve those issues being the nice guy and maintain all control to use kind and proper leverage.

I simply would like to maximize my money/options.  

Do you own the properties you sell or are you a promoter simply taking a fee from Turnkey companies to market their companies?

Very simply, your cost basis is $475k (yeah, you'd adjust for closing costs, valid home improvements, etc, but that's probably peanuts unless you did this as a rehab).