Heloc or DSCR HELOC so you can operate with cash in hand.

Can he just wire the funds to escrow, I sign the deed of trust, and that's that?

This time, she agreed, and the sale finally went through.This experience reminded me how seemingly minor items can hold enormous sentimental weight.

Can you PM me?

This will help direct your search to the right areas, property types and price point.If you're purchasing all-cash, skip that step.Depending on your goal and preferred timeline for closing, the majority of your time should be spent searching for and analyzing deals.Searching: Look at public listing sites; connect with an investor friendly agent and choose 1 to work with who can search MLS and off-market inventory; for additional off-market options, consider growing your own database of wholesalers and homeowners Analyzing: Your agent can send comps and you can also search public listing sites for sold homes.

Quote from @Matthew Kwan: Indeed, you can definitely househack in a multifamily by living one unit and renting out the other vacant units.

I dont have experience buying but have looked into it, from what I can tell, if you buy it at a tax auction, The owner has a certain amount of time to reclaim the property.

Egress windows are big enough so someone can climb out and there needs to be a ladder up in the window well.

A builder’s risk policy is also worth exploring, as it can protect the property, materials, and equipment during your restoration work. 

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!