For what it is worth, I am going to give my two cents on the subject.I appreciate what Mike has to say and his viewpoint, he brings up some valuable concerns that pertain to how he processes information.

Look for state specific information.The county of interest will likely have a website with the law as it pertains to tax liens and rules about how their auction works.

I would like to share some resources and ideas as it pertains to the Milwaukee market. 

Great feedback from the forum on why this particular deal is not worth pursuing, especially pertaining to the market and the availability of better-priced properties in more attractive sub-markets. 

This pertains to unsolicited calls to sell products and services.You are calling to see if they want to sell a property. 

I'm in desperate need of a Scope of work and contract needed for several jobs I have coming up (if anyone has any pertaining to Michigan, it would be helpful, but not necessary).

I welcome all advice as it pertains to winning the property first, and/or talking to the current owner/debt holder about taking on the debt owed and skipping the Auction.  

Pete because they were not following the laws as it pertains to STRs. 

Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice pertaining to management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - they tell you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

It would be beneficial to review the lease agreement for any clauses pertaining to the obligation to report damage.