My initial choice was to buy here in CO using the cash as 30-40% down payment, but then I got nervous I'd be buying too high.

That means if your dads stuff is in the unit and and he starts renting it that stuff is moved or it is his, make a choice.

This choice changes the situation for the lender into an equity partnership which increases their risk, which deserves a higher reward, in equity, cashflow and sale.In any case the lender should be on title (like a bank would) to secure some or any colateral.I am a multifamily real estate business owner and not a legal expert, therefore any agreement should be drawn up and executed by an attorney specialized in your field.

If, B: The seals are bad, replace them because this will then be a selling point, but go for the less expensive option because you have the nicer house on the street... putting more money into making it even more nicerer will be a waste... if that makes sense.Another option would be to say that you're giving the buyer an 8k credit towards windows of their choice (or they can pocket the money if they don't want to change them). 

If the current rent is $500/mo, their options are:Month to month lease $5506-month lease $54012 month lease $515You’re giving them the choice, but also corralling them down the path you want them to take.

If it has a high rental ratio, it may be difficult for VA, FHA, low down borrowers.Your choices are: Keep it vacant until lawsuit is over; Lease it and accept wear and tear after moving out.

I think buying is a solid choice as long as you make some good contacts while your hear, most importantly a good property manager but also try to find a good handyman for service calls, a good cleaner, good yard person, ect.  

You don’t know the choices that were made that have lead them to where they are at.

However, I am looking for the right title company and I want to know what to ask them and what I should look for as the right choice for me.

He's successfully completed work on tons of flips for other investors.Now all that being said, am I missing a better choice for a third financing option?