Property profile:  1906 American 4 square 2 flat, 1100 SQFT per floor.

I called first american title who has closed 4 properties for me in last 6 weeks and asked them to create documentation, they will not.  

As the only Canadian to respond to this post and guns are no where as common in Canada as in the states, I believe the last article I read mentioned 93% of Americans own firearms, the sight of a weapon would make me feel very reluctant to buy in that area, trust that person nor would I want my wife entering a house with someone who had a weapon even if they had a permit. 

Had American Family before and they were great until I realized how I was spending thousands more a year and that they should be great!!!

Part of my course studies included having to research American architecture.

My full time job is teaching American history to 8th graders.

The closest to you that I can think of is American IRA out of NC.

Majority of people in the US today dont use a formal dining room for much else than once or twice a year meals, or fancy furniture storage.Convert it into a nice office space, it will sell the house more quickly.The average american family has 2.2-2.5 kids, so its a family of 4ish.

If someone is willing to lend you money to buy a house (the american dream) with poor credit,  little or no money down, and no verification of income,  alot of people will grab at that opportunity.  

How much does your FIL know about fair housing laws, lead based paint disclosures, sex offender notification, the Americans with Disabilities Act, landlord - tenant law in the state of LA or other local ordinances?