Equity at purchase is a bonus.

Too many variables and you may not get the appraisal you are looking for after spending the money and time.This would just be a bonus, and really motivate me to get the renovations done immediately.

The most important tjing is to hire a good realtor who takes good pictures, writes good ads, gets you good exposure, is accessible and responsive and and doesnt lose buyers at the home inspection.

But from what they said tonight, its not looking like too many are on their way out.Also, don't know if you heard, but they passed an ordinance that city workers won't get a bonus if they move..http://www.jsonline.com/news/milwaukee/city-to-block-raises-for-many-public-workers-who-leave-milwaukee-b9960341z1-216620411.htmlAlthough it doesn't affect teachers, firefighters or policemen.

I'm getting lots of exposure, but only one solid offer (for 10K less than I owe) right now.As for agents, I have had several offer to be my lister, and until recently haven't had one propose a plan of action more comprehensive than just putting it on the MLS (which I could do for $150 on my own).

Appreciation is a bonus.

Bonus...he's in Irving, so he understands this market!

Is it to reduce the exposure to special assessments or some other reason? 

This will give us more exposure to the local investor community as well as act as our primary point of contact on BP. 

There is one thing to give a month or two of gap rent as a closing bonus but those company's offering a year or two.. those deals are marked up way over value.