If a buyer is offered a 2-1 buydown (starting at 5.25%, increasing to 6.25% and then to 7.25%) with all closing costs covered except for $3,000 (to be paid by the buyer) on new construction through the seller's preferred lender, and signs the purchase contract in April 2024, the house will be completed by the end of September 2024.

Plus, the emotional peace of mind from owning a home outright is significant, offering both psychological and financial benefits.

Due diligence and could have done better research before putting offers in. in second place would be turnover

MLSOriginally had multiple offers.

I for one, appreciate (no pun intended) Iowa and all it has to offer.

I would just budget to fix it and include that in my offer price. 

Friend may offer temporary housing at a hotel or another empty rental. 

I got a job offer in the Northern Virginia area and I am planning to relocate there.

I'd offer different packages, such as purchasing furniture and supplies, doing actual set-up, refreshing an already-furnished rental, doing marketing, etc.

I understand the inherent difficulties and I appreciate the warnings some of you may offer, but I am specifically looking for anecdotal takes on past deals and attempted deals.