Quote from @Bruce Lynn: Quote from @Don Konipol: This is a story from my past that provides a perfect example as to why investing in tax liens at auction is so dangerous for any but the most experienced and knowledgable investorsGreat story....maybe not the exact same circumstances, but I see crazy stuff like this all the time. 

The engineer should be able to advise on the best lot line outcome, especially if there are physical circumstances to consider, such as wetlands.

The increased risk is generated by the fact that the owners are relying on the validity of the tenancy in common Agreement for their usage rights, and it is possible to imagine legal circumstances under which this validity might be undermined.- If the subdivider or someone with relationship to subdivider sells, a public report must be done.

I will under no circumstances take responsibility for the safety of a tradesmen if there are pets on the property.2.

It all depends on your specific circumstances and I think getting other's opinions is helpful but what works for YOU?

What I would do is contact your local attorney and ask what if any remedies you have under the circumstances, and you should not delay it as time in such matters is of essence.

I got caught and lost my money and more and more people are also reporting similar circumstances. 

Most current foreclosure starts today, do not end up going to saleWhile not an exact correlation, housing foreclosures vs foreclosures starts, the few foreclosures that complete under the present circumstances, makes it very slim pickings in the foreclosure space. 

It shouldn't, under any circumstance I can think of, be the basis of a growth strategy.

Due to circumstances at the time I was able to put 0% down without PMI.