This is very unusual because when you see homes that cheap you typically don't see a steady market or any appreciation.

It is not unusual for the auction companies to deem the properties as occupied as they avoid liability and costs by using this policy.  

It's not that unusual for a floorplan to change or open-up if walls need to be gutted or installed to repair/replace mechanicals.Good luck with your flip!!

Also, the last 5 years have been very unusual so all the people who have "won" in this market (myself included) should not be patting themselves on the back.

You make no further contributions to that account, and you withdraw it tax-free in 30 years.A friend calls you up with an unusual proposal: you put in the $20,000 as the down payment on a $100,000 rental property; he'll keep any cash flow, but you get to keep 100% of the proceeds when you sell the property in 30 years.

Besides the  unusual risks (owner deciding not to sell after you finish, fire, etc

The other thing here is that is an unusual situation.

We're also purchasing a home for ourselves very soon.If anyone knows of a good broker that might fit my unusual situation please let me know. 

It is an unusually good relationship with the buyer and I believe he would transfer the deed back to me if I am flexible in the "move out".I am not sure if I am going to resell the house as owner financed or sell outright.  

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