It seems I need to be represented by a broker, but my concern is that all the brokers in my area also look to be investors and I am concerned that they won't have my best interest in mind.Anyone have a best practice for navigating this?

We are still game and want to close but our number is more like $172k now to make sure we are able to navigate through all the now knowns and unknowns which will take longer than anticipated.

It helps closing both transactions with the same title company, but if the seller chose the title company be cognizant that title may let the seller know about the double closing, so you’ll want to navigate those waters carefully.

I am aware the 1st lien remains in affect and believe I have a handle on the challenges/steps for navigating that process.My question:  Does any bid over the 2nd lien credit bid automatically apply/pay toward the 1st lien creditor?  

I do understand navigating a litigious reality is challenging, but if you set contingencies in place for the unexpected, you should be fine.

Do you have any advise on how to navigate that?

My day job is a Housing Navigator for NAMI and I place clients in homes who have these vouchers.  

And if the piers are needed on the edges...that will be easier to navigate.  

Do you guys have any advice to give on navigating a duplex as a first real estate investment?

I have been interested in real estate my whole life, but was always too scared to start my own journey.Last week I came to realize that the shift in the market with the interest rates going up may be the perfect time ...