I know I can be more aggressive in these areas because if I am stuck with a rental, I am happy with the location.I would prefer to buy and flip my first deal with my cash.

Not that flipping is easier, just might be a preference of mine.

However, he seems to prefer the purchase option.

If you prefer to have an agent file your claim for you, or if you should decide to sell your claim, an "Assignment" must be completed and submitted in addition to the Claim for Excess Proceeds."

@Purnell Cook it's not a matter of recommending it or not, if you want MLS access in the BAREIS coverage region you don't have a choice, it's the only game in town. 

The gist is that if you have a choice of municipality, take into account Red State/Blue State politics.

If you are digging a ditch, would you agree the employer prefers an efficient employee who has pride in the work done over the employee who just marginally gets it done sooner or later?

I'm wondering what the consensus is.Among the two options, which do you prefer to do and why?

You generally have no choice as banks require the property to be listed/marketed prior to looking at any contracts.

Looking to hook up with investors, preferably a local partner where we can take this area by storm.