But if you fix the issues, you stand a good chance they will stay so long as rival gang members do not move in the area.Bottom line, I know a lot of people who have been very successful in this area, including @James Martin and I know a lot of people who have lost thousands.  

Any lien whether it is a mortgage, home loan, home equity line of credit, mechanics line, bitter ex spouse lien, or IRS (Or whatever) that is ahead of (In line for recording) the foreclosing entity survives the foreclosure.IRS liens are not property tax liens.

I normally have a no-pets policy  (which stems from bitter experiences and Urban Farming)  but allowed them in the case.  

Now, I won't pretend to be any kind of Donald Trump rival.  

You will find that some of the places in Ithaca rival property prices in Manhattan on a price per sq foot basis.

Another thing: I understand that you're frustrated from past "heartaches" but don't let it make you bitter.  

Perhaps your old broker was as bitter as David C in which case you are probably better off seeking someone else.

Its rivaling the Bay Area in its startup entrepreneurial pursuits.

If you are right - that they took advantage of you - you will always feel ripped off and the taste of your purchase will continue to be bitter in your wallet.

Renting your place for more will make your new tenants bitter unless your side offers a lot more for the money.