There is a litany of options online and I would like to avoid those that slant towards selling more programs, services...etc.

Safe topics are usually weather, sports, local news, and really any interest they may have.

I don't think property here will go down because 1) in the last 30yrs, apart from a few years blips every once in a while, land values here, like all property, has continuedto increase, 2) it's still on everyone's top ten list despite the rain, and 3) the rules of our banking industry make it a very safe haven for international money (especially now with the exchange rate) and those investors are not in for the short term.You are in the very lucky position of being able to have your cake and eat it too - keep the property.  

I was doing some research online when I noticed, on many occasion, that Biggerpockets.com would be the link I would use, and with the best information.

My property manager did advertise this property online.

Deal on line. 

Thereafter it should be safe to  accept a personal check.- Phone numbers (include cell, work, message, nearby relative)- emails (personal and work)This is how I've been doing it as a manager for my own properties and for my clients. 

If it is not feasible to visit the office and you have to make an online purchase, always verify there is a good return policy:) 

You can seller finance to another investor as a commercial loan, but you're speaking about consumer financing.As I said, read here on BP, there are a few, not many, who know seller financing as it is required to be done today so be careful about what you read on line.

Is it a smart and safe option for me?