Factor that in as wellI'd like to think we're capable, but would hate to dive in and find out I'm wrong lol - You need to make highly calculated moves and be financially stable enough with 6 months of carrying costs for you personally as well as the home you're financing to flip/rent/etc. 

Ideally if you provide paperwork for review, and your financial situation doesn't change much from now until the time you're ready to refinance, you *should* get an accurate answer as to how much you can qualify for. 

Ive also chosen at times not to purchase it, but Im also in a financial position to be able to take care of the costs involved with fixing a title problem.

@Brian Ellis hard to say not knowing any of the property variables or location but I would say hold your ground and stand firm.

They'll want to see your financial situation, but also look at you as a professional. 

LolRemmington financial was the mother of this .. great American greed espisode.. really shows how the pump and dump due diligence scam lenders work in real time.. worth watching. 

Grant street group and ********** are two sites that run tax sales for many counties around the country.How much to start with depends on your financial position.

Before I ask my first question, i figured I'd introduce myself and give you all a brief background of myself.I'm a middle aged, family man, searching for financial freedom.

If you want it to stand out or compete with the best on the market, use the nicer stuff.Stainless steel appliances cost the same as white and black nowadays.

Thank you again for the information, if I have further questions for you during the investigation I will certainly reach out.Best regards,Frances Hlawatsch | Financial InvestigatorState of Oregon - Real Estate AgencyYou cannot advertise in any manner a property you dont own with the expectation of profit without being a broker.. or buying it first.