Greeley is a solid choice and I have some friends and clients that invest/house hack up there.

I have two choices.

Because this is a student rental and so is going to utilities included, I was already planning to get a smart thermostat and smart locks. 

Hi Ben,I just did my first one and used Transunion Smart Move - the applicant pays the fee and you can approve or deny the applicant directly through the portal.

I also know that the best business choice is not always my personal preference. 

But I also agree that lvp is an excellent choice.

@Scott M. thanks for clarifying that is a very important distinction 1)@Landon Fillmore New lease is an ask, it's their choice to refuse..it does not hurt to ask.

It is not my strength to make good design choices and it was difficult to make decisions on design choices. 

You don't get the choice to take out non-taxable money in a 1031. 

This should still be a good deal for the buyer, since housing prices likely went up more than $30K since they signed the contract.I just think as a matter of integrity, trying to honor your contract and not leaving the buyer high and dry is the best choice for your business.