You do need to think about the worst case scenario (both properties lose their tenants, or some big repairs all needing done at once) and plan for that contingency.

If the seller did not pay that we would be stuck trying to pay it in cash to clear the title or we would loose our deposit since their are are no financing contingencies. 

Would a no contingencies with higher EMD be the way to go?

Lots of great connections all over but we also have a very strong and active contingent here in NH and MA on here so make sure to find them (Set up some keyword alerts to find out about local topics) and get connected.Besides doing that on here make sure to get out to some local investor events we have.  

Lots of great connections all over but we also have a very strong and active contingent here in MA on here so make sure to find them (Set up some keyword alerts to find out about local topics) and get connected.Besides doing that on here make sure to get out to some of the many local investor events we have.  

Of course all numbers are subject to verification and whatever offer I may make will be contingent upon due diligence.ThanksNick

I would also explain the situation to the seller and make sure I get an extension on my contingencies while this is worked out.

Lots of great connections all over but we also have a very strong and active contingent here in MA on here so make sure to find them (Set up some keyword alerts to find out about local topics) and get connected.You might be the only person to ever live in Texas and decide to buy properties in Boston for a buy and hold strategy

Lots of great connections all over but we also have a very strong and active contingent here in MA on here so make sure to find them (Set up some keyword alerts to find out about local topics) and get connected.Besides doing that on here make sure to get out to some of the many local investor events we have.  

Clear title contingency isn't an "escape" clause.