Question is: what is their best option from a tax standpoint as senior citizens?

Did you know that they have a pkg where you can get a refund for 65+ seniors? 

In fact, we will probably have to get hold of an immigration attorney before we move, as there are strict requirements for any foreign citizens applying for green cards.

The 1$ is really just transferring a problem from the state to a private citizen.

Worth noting is that one loan that defaulted has an issue with the title: PoL says that the escrow company recorded the mortgage "later than expected" resulting in 2 senior liens, which they expect title insurance to cover.Compare that with RealtyShares, where I also made 14 investments (a mix of debt and equity).

To put it simply, and without sharing too many family details, I am helping my aunt, who is a victim of senior abuse by her kids, fix and flip her home after it was cosmetically destroyed and left vacant for many months.

Are you a U.S. citizen and the business is in the Philippines?

One thing I learned about working with seniors as a financial advisor is that they like income, but don't like headaches which could be a reason they're looking to move on.  

I target adults only and prefer seniors.

@James W.If you buy at an auction that was started by a junior lien, then you will have to negotiate something or pay off the senior liens in order to clear your title.