My tax figures came from the County website, so I am surprised they raised as many eyebrows as they did.

@Eric Belgau In Denver you'd be surprised at how much commercial warehouse space is leased for grow operations.

ie Cash, Quicks Close, No Closing Costs, No Realtor Fees ,etc.It has been surprising to me that a majority of the responses I have received seem to have no clue on why the heck I would be sending them a letter as if they have never seen them before.Any suggestions.

It has been surprisingly easy so far......but it's probably because I am currently licensed in Utah.

Building inspectors come around and they'll fine you and sometimes do surprise visits to see if the kitchens has been permanently removed.  

You will be surprised at the results, usually. 

I'd look in the outlying suburbs (Surprise, Buckeye, Goodyear) as the prices are going to be cheaper than the East Valley and these cities have some pretty good population growth and/or development coming along in the next few years.You're not going to find duplexes worthwhile as many are overpriced and under-cared for.

Maybe I'm not looking in the right places, but it's pretty surprising that things haven't picked up again.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!