Fastest way to good income would be to leverage that $130k into $1M or so depending on experience level and start flipping 4-5 houses at a time or find a partner to do that.  

That depends - if you want another job then buy real estate, if you want to buy time for yourself invest in a syndicationWhat I would say is I would not only invest in multifamily syndications.

Also, come resale time, the duplex would have a proven track record of producing income and has definable value, whereas a single family home is largely dependent on current market conditions and home buyer emotions and buyer pool at that given time

Hit me up, and I can discuss the best options depending on the goal. 

It's a win-win for both parties depending on the price. 

Of course, some aspects of feasibility depend on how much is owed on the house, the mortgage payment, and amounts of life insurance benefit(s).Does that clarify?

I am using Texas Secure Title but I use the Ft Worth office and have a personal connection there so mileage may vary, but at least it is somewhere to start.

Hi Kate, I may be interested depending on price/condition/location in 19122.

Depends on what your goals are.I would argue house hacking in more expensive markets is a genius move.

Although some specifics can vary state to state, in most cases, you can legally back out of a contract.