@Mike SattemYou might want to step back and not try to sway the appraisal because they know their job, and if you don't like the outcome dispute it, and some lenders will back away when a borrower suggests anything.

You sound as excited as I am about the prospects!

Personally, I don't think there is much merit in trying to say I planned for any different outcome, even though I am open to any alternate outcome.

"An important ruling has been issued by the Massachusetts Federal Court that has big waves in the residential management community - many of the commonplace "fees" charged to Tenants and Prospects are now unlawful.

Will Fannie negotiate with two (or more) prospective buyers?  

It would give them the opportunity to meet prospective clients.

What I know of Greenfield is that they have a large manufacturing base for job prospect, so should be plenty of renters. 

Areas that I know on an intimate level would be Arlington Heights, Prospect Heights, Wheeling, Mount Prospect, and Palatine.

glad to be of help :)I also agree that concord has better appreciation prospects than inland areas, as it's more central to SF and Silicon Valley, plus BART access is a big plus.Good luck!

Creating an air of confidence for your prospective tenants can be a tipping factor in them choosing you over another landlord.