If not, it is what it is and if you personally want to move to Texas than so be it and you may need to sell it.Now, if you can keep the first one and still afford a second one then great.

But generally yes, I personally have seen people (just spoke to one today) that took over a property doing 40k with a PM and going to 83k.

Im sure its unavoidable at times since things can happen last minute but whats the industry standard for verifying a property is still on track to be auctioned a day or two before the scheduled date?

It is something I wouldn't use personally.

Once I've done some homework on the property and everything checks out, I make sure to visit it in person.

Personally, I like option #1 (I know a lot of agents will push you to #2 as that's how they make commission), but it helps in keeping an asset and using that capital to buy something more productive.

Bonus points for bringing cookies or brownies.Decision Makers - You are dealing with 12 people when leasing a home vs. one person for a regular home.

So, it's personal, for me.     

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