@Cartus AikensIn order to clear a title, known as a clouded title, you need to have a lawyer file a quiet title suit.

If it's walking distance from the beach it would probably be suited for retired snowbirds or remote workers.

Based on my experience I would focus on Facebook rather than other social media platforms such as Instagram, but its worth the shot to try an connect people from Instagram. 

The YouTubers and Instagram influencers are the worst "I'm 30 or 35 years old and bought a bunch of properties in the Midwest using Other People's Money and now I quit my W2 in 3 to 5 years and have freedom" and they're charging for their courses or mentorship...

To find the plan that best suits your financial condition and investing goals, investigate both private money and house flipping choices.

I also DMd you on Instagram after seeing this post. 

I would double check I suspect HOA liens get removed as well since they are junior to the tax .. over the years we bought literally hundreds if not more than a thousand parcels in CA at tax sale and never once had a lien survive.. the only bummer was we got one over turned when the county missed the statutory publishing date  ( 21 days) by one day and the owner who lost the property brought a civil suit and the judge reversed it.. the entire sale that year could have been reversed over 250 properties but each and every own would have had to bring a civil suit.. then after one year there is NO ability to reverse the sale. and of course we got our money back.. but spent money on attorney. 

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Personally, I think even at our forever home we would like to have an in-laws suite, separated basement, or an ADU of some sort to house our parents. 

Generally speaking, HELOCs are more suited for personal expenses or home improvements.Also, keep in mind that most lenders right now are capping at 75% LTV for a cash out refinance, not 80% LTV.