I was part of a REIA up there and have been surprised that there are none down here, at least that I can find.

The individuals I hear on the podcasts and meet through the forums share my vision of wealthbuilding through real estate, at the same time as they surprise me with their diverse backgrounds and down-to-earth sentiment.

I'm surprised you are getting people to look at it, are they just looking then asking if you are willing to take half?

I'm surprised they are unwilling to hire you because you haven't moved yet.  

But- surprise surprise he says he's broke and can't afford it. 

I've redacted the first name of his property data website such that the moderators won't have a hissy fit.The do a great job on the industry standard for foreclosure sale dats (not surprising since that's how they got their start). 

You will be surprised how many people have an interest.

I was surprised to hear a lender would do an appraisal without some kind of payment first. 

You may find a buyer though that is looking for exactly what you have but do not count on any bank valuating it the same or appraising it the same and if they are your buyer's lender don't be surprised if they appraise it much lower than you would like.

That type of project can to difficult, costly, and filled with surprises unless you've got a knowledgeable team in place, I'd move on.