Sorry for your loss @Linda MoralesThe only way that I know off to legally remove the trespassers is your going to have to file a Petition for Probate (Notice of Petition to Administer Estate) and petition the court for Letters of Administration.With this document this will give proof that you have a legal authority to liquidate or keep the property..For a clear understanding of the probate process I suggest you visit your local county(s) legal-aid office for legal assistance.

However I would not be a good authority on whether there’s a good demand for that many, or if that market is over-saturated.Hopefully some other BP members will have more knowledge in this regard and can weigh in on your question.  

If I refinance that remaining $85K at 4.25% for 30 years, and factor in all my known expenses, and assume 6% vacancy & 7% management, then:cash flow $4150/year ($345/mo)CoCR 41.5%ROI 72.27%Cap rate 10.79%  (ridiculous, because assumes $85K market value)SECOND CHARACTERIZATION: Recognize the cost of the property is $300K, but I have a $215K down-payment. 

So your gain from the first house will be "recognized" when you sell the second house + any new gains generated from that 2nd house.

Authorization: Applicant authorizes Landlord and Landlord's agent, at any time before, during, or after any tenancy, to: (1) obtain a copy of Applicant's credit report; (2) obtain a criminal background check related to Applicant and any occupant; and (3) verify any rental or employment history or verify any other information related to this application with persons knowledgeable of such information."

I suspect with this knowledge, you will recognize why I believe San Diego is not the ideal market for you if you are leaving in a year.Good luck 

Maybe ask the authors of those for where they got those stats?

Generally speaking there are 2 main types of loans for investors: “Conventional” and “Portfolio”Conventional - I'll define these as loans that come from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (if you recognize those names).

Not believing him I went to the housing authority website myself and found 5 properties advertised that were within his budget.  

Takeaway point:  Don't make the mistake of believing that the way things currently are, are the way they'll always be.Finally:  Recognize that this is your dream, not necessarily theirs.