There is a litany of options online and I would like to avoid those that slant towards selling more programs, services...etc.

I have been through the program and recommend it to anyone. 5.

I'd purchase a resale certificate before the auction and review their financials, governing documents and minutes. 

Eventually we would like to acquire and hold a property that would allow us to open a transitional living program for homeless veterans. 

I'm assuming this is for an assistance program?

Which lender is promising this program?  

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I'm working on building my capital through wholesaling then buy a duplex fix it and rent it out through section 8 housing program. 

While section 8 is a federal program it is administered at the local level so different areas have slightly different rules.

I order a Municipal Lien Certificate from the city (confirms if taxes are outstanding as well as water, betterments etc) I used to do the title exam myself but the national title company want a third party because they would also have malpractice if anything is missed) I review what they send me and make a judgment as to the marketability of the title or if there are any other issue so the mortgage company is in first place (so I would order pay offs of any current mortgages or judgment liens, etc)Most of the registry of deeds info is available on line so I can double check or do a preliminary search (or anyone can search for that matter) As for getting copies on line, you usually need to be registered and have an account because they do charge by the copy.