I am looking to purchase a home through auction for my family and I and the details are as follows:Wells holds the lien and there are no junior or other outstanding liens.It was established in 2011 at 175k and the property owner stopped paying over the summer so I think it's in the 161k range for what's left on the mortgage.In talking to Wells they said that they were not listing the property for auction but the owner was... yet Auction.com lists this as a foreclosure property.My father would partner with me on the cash for this deal until I can grab my traditional financing but he is worried about being on the hook for more than we expect.If I have checked with my recorder of deeds for any extra liens or overdue taxes, sewer bills, etc, can I be on the hook for anything more than my bid price if I win? 

I'm a 38 year old husband and father of 3, looking to add additional income through real estate investments.

For a recommendation, I got Troy Ulrich, he happens to also be a realtor, and his father works for a mortgage company here in Turlock (that is where I got the name from.)

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It took 77 days to get the former owners out after my father-in-law and I bought the house for cash. 

My Father has built homes and he said it is a solid structure and is very sound.

As a father of two young 'uns, I certainly know exactly where you are coming from.

My experience is minimal, though my father has been involved in buying, holding and renting real estate for over 20 years now and has taught me a great deal. 

After being exposed to this site watching my father depend on it's advice and viewing several podcasts and member experiences, I have decided to take the plunge and immerse myself in the wealth of experience this group has to offer. 

I know they need work but I have a family of carpenter/plumbers etc including my father.