To determine whether an investment is worthwhile, one might consider the opportunity cost of putting money into a real estate investment instead throwing that money into the stock market for the same period of time that you’d be invested in the real-estate project.

If they make payments to the deceased and issue 1099 to someone else - they are also in violation...You are doing the correct thing by trying to educate yourself and follow the rules, but you should not hesitate sharing the name of the custodian so other's can be aware of this also. 

My Real Estate education comes from reading and listening to podcasts only. 

The redemption period represents the time that the current own can come pay their balance and still keep their home.

On the other hand, the location is out of my focus territory (Southern New England) and the payoff period will be long.

Could anybody please tell me if there are any other good options for foreigners to get lower downpayment and longer period?

She was the ideal prey of today's educational system.

@Matt Feraco I've heard it said that you should replace your W-2 income for a sustained period of at least two years before quitting.

While getting a quote on a property, my USAA account asks "Is this property rented for periods of less than 6 months?"

I have a 10-day inspection period and want to take full advantage of that time.