Rather, this is an education opportunity for the agent to learn that there are no rules governing the use of contracts to submit an offer to purchase.  

This was a mobile home on a double corner lot with 2 large trees, nice place.The note was at 10% interest, no balloon as the government frowns on balloon notes. 

Local jurisdiction, HOA, zoning codes, or deed restrictions passed from a previous owner may have some rules/regulations but there are not any state rules governing this that I am aware of.

Also we pay stamp taxes to the government which I'm sure varies by area.Services - If you get them, Inspection, Survey, Termite, rekeying etc.Taxes - depending on the time of the year I pay prorated property taxes at closingHaving said that, I usually figure on 2-3%.

Currently, I'm living and working overseas as a government contractor (physical security) looking to get started in real estate investing.

What government entity handles the tax sales in PA?

It hasnt been easy because of all the government measures in place but over time i have found that these barriers becomes opportunities.

Govern yourself accordingly to avoid problems. 

I do desire to switch into the real estate sector as far as career, but I question if my limited experience real estate would qualify me for a full time position matching my Dean job?

More specifically, I like to see where the zip codes are mapped to, locations of government centers, police stations, fire stations, schools, etc...