You never give reasons or details and if questioned you simply state that you do not release that information.Unless your state regulations state otherwise they are not entitled to know and to protect yourself legally you never say anything to rejected applicants.

The money received from the auction will need to cover the legal fees for the auction, the original loan.

. :)I think it comes down to four things -- proximity to Center City, tracking pricing over time, tracking building permits, and tracking inventory/rents.

They may be shocked when they find out but it is legal, written in black and white! 

Definitely get legal advice if you are not familiar with or do not understand the landlord/tenant laws as you do not want to trip yourself up or prolong the process.   

What are the legal consequences to the seller if he backs out of the deal?

What are the legal consequences to the seller if he backs out of the deal?

Is it legal to request a Deposit to Hold in Massachusetts?

As part of the building permit application process for a secondary dwelling, the owner of record shall submit a declaration, under penalty of perjury, stating that the secondary dwelling is not intended for sale separate from the primary residence, but may be rented.

For $15 grand, I would pursue justice by legal means.