Speaking of appraisals..Unless it is a very low LTV or unique program/borrower most lenders will require a third party assessment of valuation or appraisal prior to providing a mortgage.

I have tenant's name, DL, and phone number but I do not have a forwarding address.Can someone tell me if I can still file a case in small claims even if I don't have prior tenant's forwarding address?

Get one as you will receive stepped up basis for tax gain purposes.Next decide with your sister on the plan.  

The county raises property taxes on me ...

The proceedings went on for two years because the mortgage company couldn't show that the house was vacant but also couldn't prove that the notice was delivered/received by the prior owner. 

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Did you need to show prior fundraising proof to the SBA before receiving their approval @Yolanda D'Oyen?

I have multiple tax liens in Alabama and I’m unsure what to do or what way to go about any of them. my first is, a property that I will get a tax deed next year if not redeemed.

I've found that you can go to the county clerk and county tax websites and get some information on the property.

In regards to your question about renters insurance I always require tenants to have it and maintain it.As far as your other questions some people go for an LLC to protect their assets (but more work to do tax time to do it right) where others keep it in their name and get landlord insurance and/or umbrella insurance.