That violates the Takings Clause.MD can be distinguished (in fact MD was mentioned in the decision) in that there IS a process on the books for the foreclosed owner to petition the court for the surplus. 

I have a 3-step process I put them through before we actually agree to work together. 

This process is relatively simple and can be completed through a title company or real estate attorney.

I am a broker in the area and I'd be happy to help you through the process.

@Alex Washburn makes really good points - the process is definitely not easy. 

No reason for me to go the through the hassle of the sale process unless there is some type of gain which the investor is open to and this is where I need the advice.

So, I'd say my wife's "honey-do list":)Regarding rental properties, it's that no matter how many processes you create to handle problems, there's always some new problem:(

It seems like they help you find a deal, work through the process, sometimes property management etc...

We started the eviction process.

Sounds like you have a pretty poor security system.Even with a good security system, having a tenant provide ID is the first step in a professional screening process.