I moved out after my 1 year and it has been performing like a rock star ever since.So, you are right that FHA is not the super-fast, close-in-3-days, cash-in-your-face kind of offer that people are doing, but some sellers don't care about speed, they want a better price.

I'd like to speed up the process - but how?  

It's not fair and something has to be done to speed up the process for eviction all the while eliminating the cost to landlords.

Good luck and God Speed ,Michael Short 

One thing you might consider is reaching out right here on BP to see if you can find an investor or listing agent in your area that can help speed you through the short-sale process.Are you both on the loan and title?

It's going to chance your debt-service numbers: hurt your cash-flow but speed equity building.

Their communication and follow through is amazing and the speed they get things done is great.

Obviously this is not the only option but I'm very satisfied with the returns and the speed my account is growing... 

It would take a while for the federal government to auction off the real estate.I think it would be about 9-12 months unless they decide to speed up the process.  

There are many factors that will affect the absorption and buildout of this project that can either slow down or speed up the time frames.