-Jason There are lots of motivated sellers with all different types.Back taxes will contain lots of motivated sellers, because they now have a lien against the property that will prevent them from selling conventionally. 

I'm looking along the lines of plain stained concrete, $3 psf tile/carpet etc and nice box store cabinets not a glitzy custom project.

I'm looking along the lines of plain stained concrete, $3 psf tile/carpet etc and nice box store cabinets not a glitzy custom project.

It does not require lawyers and is a common remedy for chasing tenant debt.If they are responsible individuals a small claims charge on there records will prevent them from getting loans, buying anything on credit or time payments etc.

There is a product that people are liking quite a bit more and it's made by General Finishes and it's a "gel stain."  

If they were that easy to predict #1 they wouldn't happen (interventions would prevent them) and #2 there'd be a LOT more rich people as billions would be available for those that could market time.

Perform a quick cost analysis on the eviction process to see just how much it will cost you, then offer cash to prevent the time/revenue lost.

@Dmitriy Pukhov,You don't necessarily have to pay off the first, but you do become responsible for the payments to prevent foreclosure.

They promised them a 0 down loan, took a hefty nonrefundable EDM and then prevented the loan from closing. 

Nor would I be able to pay all-cash.2) Lack of ability to pay all-cash on a property would prevent me from purchasing from a wholesaler.So, does this mean that in order to get started I should be working with an agent going through MLS or as a first-time purchase is it feasible to still work with a wholesaler to get an off-market deal.