Show as many pictures and loud barks as you like to try to convince others you are a reputable company.People you admire and respect (I won't list names) have asked you to just STOP taking my content and just do your own thing. 

We are in good and respectable careers so I am not worried about him defaulting on his half.

Can't comment on Montgomery County but in Philadelphia with respect to tax sales you cannot obtain title until a year from the date the deed is recorded. 

In that respect, you will have achieved a higher basis for depreciation and exclude the gain.

I have contacted the clerks office in each of these respective locations and they only publish documentation when a formal foreclosure has been set and the auction date is posted.

It makes you less hirable and much less respected in this industry. 

We’ll also collect rent and pay expenses via our LLC and its new respective bank account(s).  

Ensure that you are always being responsive, respectful and reliable.

I have a lot of respect for your knowledge of the L/T space, but in this case I disagree with your logic.  

Overall, treating borrowers with respect and empathy goes a long way in fostering a positive and lasting relationship.