Although a private letter ruling does not establish legal precedent for all investors, there are many advisors who believe two years is a conservative holding period, provided no other significant factors contradict the investment intent." 

However driving around I see acres and acres or undeveloped areas.

There is more that U/W looks at than JUST solvency, though if you're properly collateralized and you have positive DCR then those are certainly the two biggest factors that will be considered.

The post itself though made me think what was already said about it being a tight deal.With the interest rate increase you’ll factor in and the closing costs it starts to look bleak.

Granted, my experience is with a small sample size.I guess this is another way to drive up prices for the average buyer - I don't see how it's creating "more competition", except on the buy side. 

You have to get a sticker from the city on each sign which is about $6 ea.I would think that craigslist ads, website, direct mail or driving for $$ would be more effective and you would not have to worry about the city bothering you.

It depends on lots of factors: is your car a new car?

I'm about to close on a house at camp lejuene and I want to factor in the risk. 

Keep in mind the EPA doesn’t factor your ability to pay when levying penalties.

If someone comes out and contests the sale, that will drive up costs significantly.