Part of me wishes I could have started earlier but at the same time this deal is looking to be a solid one as the numbers are indicating I will be able to recoup most of my rehab costs when I cash-out refinance the loan after the six month seasoning period passes.

Something like, pledge $100 for a one night stay, $190 for 2 nights, $270 for 3 nights, $600 for a week.  

That usually gets them moving.If it does not work, then if you have a tax certificate you must wait six months and file the ejectment lawsuit. 

@Ruben DeMello I actually sat next to Alex from Rockstar properties last week at the REIA event in Dedham.

They were somewhat slow on process-4 weeks-but they had the best package.

You cannot purchase the property personally and then assign or transfer to your IRA.Any self-directed IRA vehicle will likely take 2-3 weeks to establish, largely due to the timeframe involved in moving funds from your current institution to the new institution. 

It’s low to mid 90s all week

I will spend the rest of this week finding a way to better estimate those.Also, thank you for pointing out the 3% appreciation.  

Not ashamed, as intimidation is Nature's way of saying, "Make sure the ice is six inches deep before you go running across the lake."

I've had a crew do new paint, flooring, and appliances in two weeks, and take places from the studs to full rental in two months.