The problem is that you appear to be looking for 2nd position downpayment funding. 

I am not a lawyer but your obligations appear to end at the lot line.

The property does need some work and technically has a tenant even though it appears they are no longer living there. 

If cleared and property appears in good conditions as expected, security deposit money should be returned within the first week after contract terminates.7. 

I drove to the property today and the houses in the area were pretty nice, which gives me more confidence in the town in that it does not appear to be dying.

It's location can be important, near a highway is the best.The physical appearance of the common areas is important and have the property lighting for its residents. 

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The agent doesn't appear to be on vacation and I'm sure they are really busy, but I need this information.

After doing my research, it appears that the owners died, and now the mortgage company owns the house.

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