I have recently received a very dodgy phone call from "Seed for Capital", the telephone operator had a more obnoxious accent than I do!

You agreed over the telephone, but have no written proof. 

I can get you his email and private telephone if you need it.  

This is directly from fanniemae.com:Self-Employed IncomeRequirements:The lender must verify the existence of the borrower's business within 120 calendar days prior to the note datefrom a third party, such as a CPA, regulatory agency, or the applicable licensing bureau, if possible; orby verifying a phone listing and address for the borrower's business using a telephone book, the Internet, or directory assistance.The lender must document the source of the information obtained and the name and title of the lender's employee who obtained the information.When it gets convoluted and CPA letters can genuinely save the day is when they are using business funds for the down payment or when it's a job with no license, no website, etc... basically "gig economy" type folks, or the guy that painted your home or tutors math for your kids, even if they report all their income to the IRS and pay taxes on it, can still be screwed.

If you go this route, you will need to disclose the presence of the asbestos to any contractors or service providers (cable, telephone, hydro) who may have to drill through the hidden asbestos siding.Finally, you could give it a fresh coat of paint - and perhaps apply a sealant - and leave it.

This is my opinion, based on my personal experience in talking with him, via the telephone.

I found the owner's telephone number and reached out to him, but to his knowledge he has not been the owner of the property since that time and according to him the bank owns it.

You are renting a chair and telephone and surrounded by people that all want that same lead you are looking for.  

Could I have your email or telephone number?

Can we contact people via telephone or is it strictly direct mail marketing?