I learned the drywall was cracking in October, but I'm not local to it so I wasn't checking it regularly.   

Local banks.

Read: The millionaire real estate agent; Hyper Local Hyper Fast AgentWhat are some effective ways to network with individuals at all levels?

The challenge is, I’m not familiar with the local market—or the Mississippi market in general.Does anyone have insight into the market in this area or know of investors interested in properties in western Mississippi?

Not sure where you're planning to take her but here are a few of the local favorites:-Pappas on Taylor Ave (they've opened up a few new locations too)-Kocos Pub on Harford Rd in Lauraville-Faidley's Seafood in Lexington Market-Box Hill Pizzeria in Abingdon (about 45 minutes outside of Baltimore but worth the drive!)

Just call a local title company, find one with good reviews, and ask them to give you an idea of the fees. 

The exact steps depend on the nature of the defaulted debts and on your local laws.State income tax planning.

@Jonathan Greene Thank you for that, I will seek out a meet up in my local area.

They also have monthly meetings, site visits to fix-n-flips, some classes, etc.I'm happy to connect you into the local investing community. 

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