In the mean time they are looking at houses out here but do not want to get a new mortgage at their age ( late 50's early 60s).

In the mean time they are looking at houses out here but do not want to get a new mortgage at their age ( late 50's early 60s).

I've been in the business since age 19 (on the management side), and I've been a broker since 2009.

What did the inspector say about the condition/age of the HVAC and water heater/ roof?

My goal is to not be a "shark" in this industry but i just want to have everything running by a certain age then relax.

I spoke to my dad about locating money lenders and he told me I'm wasting my time because no one will give me any money if I don't have an income.Secondly, the people close to me are telling me that most of the money lenders are probably scammers, trying to take my identity, so I cannot trust anyone, And thirdly, my dad is telling me that because I am 18, I am at no legal age to sign any formal contract for any loans..

I got the distinct impression from several of them that they thought they may be getting scammed. 

Looks like you are off to a good start especially at your age.

That's perfectly achievable and  viable escape route, especially at your age. 

The owners are being offered cash, and they are at the age when they would rather have the money than the asset@Russell Clark Why don't you ask if they are interested in selling, then work from there?