It isn't a sound investment strategy to bet everything on market appreciation.  

My favorite quote from that book is"Anyone who dreams of an uncommon life eventually discovers there is no choice but to seek an uncommon approach to living it"  - Gary KellerTo be successful you can't just copy what someone else is doing exactly, and you don't need to come from wealth and connections in order to be successful in real estate investing.  

As an investor, I had a choice to list any way I desired and I never desired to use the MLS to list my units.  

There's no "rules" regarding who has to be on the lease, you can make your own choices but adhering to common practices is probably wise.

Is there a way to have the seller give us first choice (preferably at same price) when he does sell? 

Your best bet is to find a local Bermuda realtor if you're still interested.RegardsGreg

Obviously if you think inflation is heading back down soon the I-Bonds are a better bet.

It is a choice, not a need. 

There are sometimes exceptions (eg major reno), but there is a process you have to go through.For things like reroofing, unless you are literally rebuilding the roof, the unit can be occupied while the new roofing material is put on.A quick google search showed this for Ontario "Landlords who evict tenants for repairs or renovations must allow the tenants an opportunity to move back in at the same rent before offering the unit to others, according to the proposed changes"Your best bet would be to not renew their lease (this is not the same as an eviction-an eviction is the result of the tenant not following the terms of the lease) when it comes up for renewal.

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