It can be HOA liens, tax liens, utility liens, etc.The thing that most people don't know about courthouse steps buys is that the same buyers are always there and they all know each other.

When you have a lease for 3 months, you are free to "fail".

I found this deal while working as the escrow officer for a closing where the wholesaler was unable to find an end buyer.

I found this deal while working as the escrow officer for a closing where the wholesaler was unable to find an end buyer.

Do you lend in TN and how much do you allow the seller to finance and how much does the buyer still need as a down payment please? 

Rental demand is high there, but so are home buyers looking to purchase properties there which makes it a bit of a competitive market for sales.

Seasonality driven by factors like weather, school schedules, and buyer habits affects housing demand and pricing, often making certain times of the year more favorable for buying or selling.

When the original wholesaler was unable to find an end buyer and the contract was canceled, I seized the opportunity to purchase the property directly.

When the original wholesaler was unable to find an end buyer and the contract was canceled, I seized the opportunity to purchase the property directly.

They are FREE for you as a buyer, and the only sellers in my experience that are trying to get you to not use a realtor are either trying to rip you off or are crazy.