Let's start with agreeing that NOTHING is perfect, especially in property management.No matter how well you screen, a tenant can go sideways due to circumstances beyond a PMC's control.Also, tenants will try to break every system a PMC puts in place.Communication to manage expectations is the number one job of a PMC, in our opinion.Was your PMC communicating regularly to you about: inspection challenges? 

So they are very military friendly and have been answering all of my questions respectfully and in a timely manner.In terms of financing your next property, it really comes down to your specific circumstances.

Under what circumstances would a deal provider be inclined to work with an investor on these terms?  

@Jason Regan, as Brian mentioned, there are a lot of ports about this and it does come down to goals and circumstances.  

In certain circumstances you may want your offer accepted ASAP.

I have several clients waiting to file evictions that are owed over $30,000 and they tell me they will not settle under any circumstances.

Thx Jaron, so you're saying a non-conforming FHA loan could work in this circumstance?

Find one and ask them about the circumstances and I am sure they can lead you in the right direction.

In my opinion, Government intervention worked as intended in this particular circumstance by helping a family who could demonstrate hardship.

You are correct, there are certain situations where the the hard EMD can become refundable based on a couple circumstances that will be out of your control.