Although the moderators might tag David Mitchell for plugging his employer's title course, I say kudos for anyone who does the training.I fumbled (and that IS the correct word) around for several years before I recognized the benefits of understanding title. 

Trade deficits.During this person's lifetime, transfer to title holding trust, get signed authorization to release info and change mailing address for loan statements.

Would you please give me a 'Return Material Authorization Number' so I can send back my course?

Are you all going to vote on which property is approved or will he have total authority in purchasing property?

I have a long way to go and recognize that... my biggest challenge at this point is to figure out how to best manage my time effectively, as it's extremely difficult right now.

They put up a lot of road blocks to keep you from talking to anyone with any sense or authority, though. 

Ct. 945 (1990).The US Supreme Court in Reves recognizes that most notes are, in fact, not securities.

If possible get a parents CC and authorization to charge it if rent is more than 5days past due.Higher ROI- Yes if done as rooming house.  

All probate laws are state specific, so consult your closing agent/attorney/Title insurance company as to what they require.It may be possible to close in a few weeks depending on the CPA's (capacity, powers and authority) of the person(s) in charge.What us key is that you move quickly if you believe this to be a bargain opportunity.Here's how I would structure: buy as a 'subject-to' the decedent's mortgage and accept the (limited) risk of the lender calling the loan per due-on-sale clause.

This will give you an idea of the amount your dealing with since the law firm via the HOA board has the authority to remove the lien once balance is satisfied...