cause I think if I do try to accept partial payments then it could get messy If I have to evict.   

I also don't want to kick myself in the future for not accepting $1.5M if the market crashes.  

I found the people we did meet to be warm, friendly, polite, accepting, very professional,and most of all generous.

This sounds like we are being the bleeding heart landlord who accepts excuses for tenant on why the rent is late and never get respect again.

Many times (at least in my area) it won't be in the MLS because some MLS's don't allow the listing agent to put in auction properties in the system if there is an auction company involved (because it's not an exclusive listing and the auction company may not be a member of MLS).. long story short.. the auction website should still show you who the listing agent is (usually way down below).

I know in my area I would not want to be invested at this price point as it would lead to me having to accept tenants with lower credit scores etc. 

The real estate agent representing the buyer (you) will only accept to help you if the listing agent agrees to split the commission.

I think it should always come down to your bottom line 💸💰 and what fits your scenario with the risks considered and I would never accept a PREPAYMENT PENALTY.Interest rate is the big one....

Title companies are suppose to do as you direct them to do.You need to know what to tell your title company to doMake sure you have a legally acceptable assignment agreementYour title officer needs to understand who pays settlement cost and where on the HUD-1 to put your assignment fee.You need to have your contract so construction to be easily understood and with the right clauses and disclosures.Assignments are a great way to make unusual amount of income.Good luck.

But as was stated before you will have access to those when you accept a personal check.