Originally posted by James Hiddle:I was going to say who hides $5K under a water heater lol.I used to be a high-stakes poker player.

I was in Miami a couple of weeks ago on jean Norton mini weekend tour (not one of those multi $ks deals), just an intro to the area and local players (wholesales, agents,contractors Hal's etc.).

And taking ten days off from your search is like putting in all your rookie players for that final play.So, youre gonna take your chances with the HOA.

I haven't verified the competing apartment rents, but from a quick glance online the $500-600 range for a 1/1 is appropriate.

As with real estate, to some degree, finding a competent and capable trading counter-party for a transaction is a function of market exposure.

The land really does not matter as much here as there, it is not a big player.

it's $630/month". that price is very low to compete with..

These look like they were cut-and-paste from another website or document.Also, in looking at what is competing against you on MLS in the Ashland area, there are other very appealing properties for the buyer looking for a vacation home in the same price range:http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/20-Evergreen_Ashland_Ny_M47503-99482http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/87-Vare_Ashland_NY_12407_M34718-06585

It seems like this will hit the small player hard.

This one player has bought 138 houses in 2013 (96 on 2-7-2013) per county records.