The sad part of this story is if any other taxpayer failed to update their address and a lien was sold, nobody would pay any attention to reversing that sale.

You’ll probably pay a higher sales price and a higher interest rate as well. 

I agree and as you said "if you want to make money" but in this case I am not trying to make money, right away but rather not loose money if anything.

A picture is worth a 1000 words and a project we helped someone on in the UP was able to gain support and approval by getting renderings done showing what the finished project would look like.

Anything smaller may not attract larger investors or offer the economies of scale needed for profitability.Design Style: BTR developments often consist of attached townhomes, usually with features like garages and a more upscale design to appeal to renters looking for something between an apartment and a single-family home.Location Factors: The success of your development depends heavily on location.

If you want to be a passive investor, you need capital, information and a network, but you don't need specific advantage in real estate.  

Adjusting the purchase price, budget, and offers can help you reach the break-even point.Many calculators overestimate cost assumptions or rental comps, which can be both beneficial and a hindrance.

But we had four kids, a hubby who was a car guy and needed a shop or big garages, and a limited income.

Generally speaking solid insurance and a good umbrella policy will provide ample financial protection for most liabilities.

Our rent-by-the room residents appreciate a lockable bedroom door, a private bathroom, sufficient on-site parking, a large refrigerator and a large washer and dryer (in order of most to least important).