Have you looked at similar transactions to the one you envision and examined the documentation supporting the sale and transfer?

That kind of stat is just too broad for my taste

So unfortunately I have to say you might need stronger stats to defend you rankings

I'm just miffed this wasn't laid out more clearly to me in the first place so I could have examined my options and made a more educated bid.

Examine the numbers thoroughly to determine cash flow with BiggerPockets calculators.Not only would I rule out appreciation as a factor but I would never buy a property that didn't have instant equity.  

If it is a warranty deed prepared by a title company and it does not specifically state "This is prepared without examination of Title"  there is little cause for concern over prior owner encumbrances.   

Shone Freeman You can read stats online like job growth and all that stuff.

We're still having a growth explosion here according to the stats.

The success be it here or paid training is about the same... 90% or more who try fail that's just the stats. and 50% of RE agents that get licensed and want to sell real estate can't make it either... its a very tough business..

Be sure to check out crime stats in the area you wanna buy in