I'm in PA and use a Standard Purchase and Sale Agreement that clearly states this contract is assignable under the laws of the State of Pennsylvania.

We are seriously considering it now, and I'm trying to get all of our ducks in a row before we jump into the deep end.I've been reading the Ohio Landlord and Tenant Laws.

That's assuming the tax laws stay the same, which of course can always change.

We are trying to get all the facts and forms correct with this process, while abiding by Illinois state laws.

The law office charges $135 to do the search and it takes 2 weeks.

I don't invest in Georgia so I don't know those state laws.10 years seems to be a common expiration period for tax liens, but again, you need to look up Georgia state laws to be certain.

Good idea.By the way, in many states, it is against the law to talk negatively about a tenant.

I think if you check the Texas laws, rules, and code of ethics, you will find your thoughts are illegal for the real estate agent to take a bribe or disclose seller information without the seller’s permission.

To add to what Karen correctly mentions, there are many new Federal laws, including those created by the Dodd Frank and S.A.F.E.You will not sleep at night once you begin to realize all the pitfalls, rules, and regulations.

Check with your state laws to see what constitutes an "illegal eviction".