Often enough, a borrower will file bankruptcy up to the day of a foreclosure sale we perform for lenders, and so we assist clients in representing them in federal bankruptcy court to lift the automatic stay - allowing us to continue with the foreclosure.For evictions, REIs will typically do it themselves or hire a service because it is cheaper. 

I’m a 42 year old stay at home mom, my husband works hard and travels a ton.

Where should I stay away from?

Ultimately between insurances being expensive and the property being harder to sell, I just stay away.

@Brock Laramee Just set some strict (yet realistic) investment criteria and stay focused on what your goals are.

Lately, it's same day...in the past was when there was a delay but I think they've upped their game when the transfers stay inside Chase.   

If he's payment history has been good and wants to stay I may go for it.

However, having lived in an area similar to this previously, I felt confident that I could avoid most of the pitfalls of investing in a C class neighborhood as long as I stayed somewhat active in its management and check ins.

I have to pester the guys occasionally to stay on top of their cleaning.

But it's very competitive too, so you need to stay consistent in your marketing and follow up.