The REO world has several differences compared to retail Real Estate.It is common for the listing agreement of an REO property to have unique or interesting provisions that allow an assigned agent to continue marketing a property as active (even when the seller accepts an offer) until that buyer has performed and the property is sold. 

Hi Marty,I am not sure who the "best" real estate attorney in OKC might be, because there are unique pros and cons associated with most attorneys. 

@Dean Letfus Unfortunately, this problem isn't unique to Memphis.

We have a unique work set up where we will live in Lexington, Kentucky, but I will come to Columbus a few times each month for work.

The division of labor will look something like this:Me: Find deals, fund deals.Partner: Rehab/build out/oversee contract laborMy partner is a remodeler with experience and contacts, he just doesn't have the access to funding and doesn't have the time/patience to sift through potential deals.

Louis area - not hard money or portfolio, but they do offer some unique programs that you may qualify for different from big banks.

Can anyone here recommend a surveyor and/or engineering firm who can guide me through the land division process, create the new plat plan and help sort though the possible need for a new retaining wall on the south end of the lot?

Agree with @Carl Fischer that you should engage a tax CPA or EA to examine your unique facts and circumstances...However the distinction between who owns the roof is important and determines tax treatment. 

Hello all I have a unique situation that I am hoping some people would be able to weigh in on. 

I actually had to get certified and do the class myself because of a unique exception with my arrangement with my PM.