I am happy I have paid it off but stumped and wondering if it's the right thing and what options may be better as the rent is not bringing enough returns for the property value. 

In my discussions and through networking and meeting other wholesalers in South Florida, Ohio, and other areas of Florida what has worked well and been consistent with bringing leads has been bandit signs.

  $100,000 deferred principal balance, about the same balloon payoff penalty, or $172,000 to bring it out of default to make it eligible for a refinance. 

For our specific situation, we are currently kicking around two possible options.1- bring on an experienced general contractor to manage a second property in tandem to my husbands property. 

BP is one of the best online real estate investment websites.

Go to the county of interest and then the recorder's office or website. 

Assuming everything checks out, bring your money and close.

He still doesn't seem to have a web site or online presence.

Quick service, education, well designed website, access to account executives, etc. whatever you find important. 

The requirements for the DPA are pretty clear on the website.