The other covers 20 cities.The data only measures homes that have been sold more than once.

Some of them will actually whip out a tape measure and verify it.Include everything they would be renting that is heated and/or cooled.

I could borrow a ladder and go measure. 1 Batt will cover about 37 sq feet-he said 10 pieces, 4' long, $22.50.

Any measure of quantity needs to be contrasted with quality measures.

I agree with loki005, the criteria for obtaining mortgage loans as an individual is much less stringent.

Hence he has a specific measure.

I don't know the history of the property but it is probably just a matter of clearing everybody's name (heirs) from the property deeds.I haven't measured it but it's safe to say that it's about a 35' by 30' cape.There is one bathroom downstairs that opens up right into the kitchen (yuck) and it doesn't have a tub.I have an appt next Tues to sit down and talk with a lawyer about the remaining heirs.

Google is your friendhttp://realestate.yahoo.com/info/news/new-law-helps-ease-pain-for-some-facing-foreclosure-or-short-saleAlso, you really need to hook up with a qualified CPA if these measures don't apply, since I'm not licensed, I shouldn't be giving tax advise.

BTW, I believe MikeOH rehabs and buys in low income areas to get the 2% that is touted on this board. http://www.amazon.com/Estate-Investor-Flow-Financial-Measures/dp/0071422579/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?

These measures have been put in place by the lenders to avoid these forms of fraud.Jon