Of the different options I've read buy and hold is most appealing.  

"Tenant Occupied" is definitely appealing when evaluating a buy & hold, but since you are already distance investing, I would strongly consider checking out other markets.Thanks for asking the question, and feel free to reach out anytime!

As an alumnus of UGA, this is appealing for many different reasons.I look forward to becoming a part of the community and learning a bunch.

Well - I would think you appeal - they send their assessor, and you are sort of in the hands of the assessor.

Hello, I came across this ARV which I think is outrageously high (which is 525k), compare to what the asking price was (which is 290k), I done my diligent on the property and ran several comp and I came with ARV of 350 max (keep in mind it could possible sell for a little more) but i think she should sell somewhere around 240k -245k (keep in mind i never factor in my repair cost in yet because haven't seen the place in person) they place look like its in pretty good condition , it just needs an up to date appeal (Ill show pictures) One sec) which i think would be about 20 k judging from the picture.

You can appeal to potential renters who have extra discretionary income and are willing to pay top dollar for a renovated property. 

I would start with does living in the duplex appeal to you compare to what you could buy for a $250K personal property? 

I see some people in my area buying homes they wouldn't want to own outright simply because the purchase price seems appealing.  

It is possible the $300K house is over assessed and you may be able to appeal and get them lowered.

If they are it probably should be valued as a multi-family property since it will appeal primarily to investors.Is subdividing a potential option?