Two minor issues -- the handrail on the back deck stairs isn't to code (too narrow, I believe my partner said) and we need a hurricane strap under the deck.

If I were you, I'd just strap in for the home stretch safe in the guarantee that it'll be settled soon.

Thank you @Mat O'Grady   So I found out some more info-  The Appraisal is 500k, thus the 50k bid deposit.The Foreclosed former owners debt plus court expenses is 405k! 

@Mat O'GradyThat is awesome!

The only wholesaler I trust in Houston (and have bought deals from) is @Mat Trenchard with Senna House Buyers. 

I spent the day with my SRDP expert, Mat Sorensen.

Sometimes they can get help through Social Services or Catholic Charities, but those organizations are also strapped for cash. 

I hear you, I’m just getting started though and am in a cash strapped situation where I have to be conservative.

Now they're looking for moss on the roof, water heater strapping, two railings on stairways, tread depth, window egress, fans and circulation, legal bedroom size.

Getting a contractor to walk the property and give you an estimate (quote) is the best option but if you are just fishing to see if you can get a property, that welcome mat will be put away quickly - they need to make money and doing free walkthroughs will not fly for long.