In my experience, I have evaluated DIY options, but for me, the potential for error and the lack of defendable documentation outweighed the cost savings.

It’s super common here for landlords and house hackers to fully finish out the basement, add a separate entrance, and rent it out to offset their living expenses.

I'd focus on that rather than finding the bargain basement broker if desk rental is common in your area. 

From what I see, decisions often hinge on the unit’s potential income, especially when it comes to cleaning and common areas.

Is there an error on the appraisal?

Tax sales are filled with errors and pitfalls including unrecorded liens, state liens, and workman liens.  

The numbers don’t need to be as aggressive as coastal markets, and the room for error is much better when you’re operating remotely.

We acknowledge responsibility for correcting the error and ensuring that you are made whole.

A lot of first-time out-of-state investors end up looking toward Midwest markets because entry prices are lower, rent-to-price ratios are stronger, and the margin for error is much bigger on a first deal.

Are there certain markets or owner profiles where this tends to be more common?