If there is an IRS lien and I decide to try to purchase a property anyway, is it better to wait until the IRS's redemption period expires before trying to do the quiet title process, or is it better to do that first?

Just food for thought.  

I recently hit the 3 year mark of being tobacco free.Immediately I didn't even question the possibility that the evaporation/aerosol inhalation of two of the most commonly encountered food, cosmetic, and hygiene chemicals, glycerin and propelyne glycol, would be harmful whatsoever.I heard the hype, I asked doctors. 

You could always do what some family members of mine do, build a dry-food stocked cabin in some remote location. 

I do this to put food on the table first.

You may need a 5th electric meter and a 100 amp “house” panel installed to supply electric for new sump and any electric in common areas, exterior outlets, food lights, etc.This is what I need to do for a multi family building in the suburbs of Philadelphia.

This morning I received an email stating the the title company will not insure the property with the heirship affidavit ( keep in mind, my processor was informed multiple times there was no probate of the estate because the state did not require it when we went through the legal process.)I am looking for advice/direction on what steps I should take next.

Food source is the worst problem.

I've not yet done the math to determine which strategy would save me more money, but the big cons of this areNo primary residence, therefore slightly higher interest rates, 20 - 25% down (but depending on the market, this may very well be equivalent to 3.5 - 5% down in LA).Depends on the quality of tenant screening, but it's probably safer to assume that they won't take as great care of the property as I would.Probably need a property manager, professional or tenant.Either strategy seems to net me the same cost around $1,500 monthly, but I'm biased towards Los Angeles as I can rent to friends which solves a lot of the tenant/landlord issues.I'm not looking for anyone to give me all the answers but would appreciate any insight, food for thought, and constructive criticism. 

Cancellation of Contract for Deed was served by processor to occupant, in MN.