That's about 500 or so.The full phase one with site visit is closer to the amounts listed above.If a buyers wants any kind of defense with site contamination you need at least the full phase one.

As well the final payment may only be a portion of the normal payment amount (since last payment on an amort schedule is always smaller/different).Any info/input on this?

Neel Shah in our area the water authority will decrease the amount charged upon presentation of documents that prove the leak and repair.

Should I keep the house since it has a good amount of equity?

They plan to rent out their double-wide home (they own free & clear) for $600 month, which will be the same amount they would pay me.

I would also make sure to add Loss Rents minimum amount 12months of rent.

You don't need a massive amount, but do not be fooled, it takes $$$ to make $$$$$$. 

The basis is computed as follows:Basis of Relinquished Property$500,000Plus: Liabilities Assumed by Taxpayer+$900,000Plus: Amount of Cash Paid+$100,000Less: Liabilities Assumed by Buyer–$500,000Equals: Basis in Replacement Property=$1,000,000

Sometimes I bid that amount, sometimes I bid lower. 

Should the Purchaser default for any reason, Broker shall retain all payments made as liquidated damages up to the amount of commission."