I realized a few things: 1) I was unable to buy what I wanted in the location I wanted to live. 2) if I were to settle a little on location and get something a little smaller than what I wanted I would not be able to rent it and cash flow in at least the first 5 years. 3) I could rent in these locations for less than the amount of “throw away money” per month.

I forgot to mention she also does not have a job and will be unable to pay rent. 

Thats the reason I was pointing to my thought - maybe the current owners are unable to mange the escalating taxes hence selling.

Response TimeIf you are unable to get a timely response via email or phone from a property management company, this is likely how they'll treat you down the line, and how they treat tenants and prospects as well, keep looking for a company that will be quick to respond!

I rent my old house (was unable to sell house when moving to new house) and have a outstanding mortgage of 95K at 4.75 interest rate. 

Also I think SFH's are much more susceptible to panic if they are unable to rent right away.

As I'm unable to get a traditional 30 fixed loan on this property I'm looking at other lending options. 

As a result, we are unable to substantiate any additional eligibility at this time.2.

So I am unable to self-manage.

@Adam Upchurch I'm glad to review it for you, but access to your Google Drive is needed because I'm unable to see it currently.