While doing research online I found Bigger Pockets and was introduced to a whole new world of Real Estate that I had never seen, REI.

It was one of the higher bids (but just by a tad) but I factored in the reviews of the company.

A legit assistance animal is not a pet, it is an assistive  like a wheelchair in the eyes of Fair housing, Each state does have the right to limited regulation in this area, in WI we can now require documentation form a WI licensed professional, where previously an online Quack could sign off, there are also situations where you can deny, if the animal could cause a problem or pose a health risk for other tenants. be careful on this one and know the law. seek advice from a licensed professional. 

Then go check Yelp, Facebook and Google for reviews. 

Unused contingency funds, unless they were received directly from the borrower, must be used to reduce the outstanding balance of the renovation mortgage after all of the renovation work has been completed and the certification of completion has been obtained.The loan is not re-amortized.Draw Schedule: The program has a maximum 4 draw process.The initial draw can be up to 25% of the total project and can be for materials for the project.The final draw will be at least 10% of the total project as retainage and funds will be released upon receipt and approval of final inspection, Certificate of Completion from Appraiser, signed All Bills Paid Affidavits and Lien Waivers.Additional Draw Information: Signed Draw Request by borrower and contractorSigned All Bills Paid Affidavit review and approve the draw request and will release funds for disbursementA check will be issued in the name of the borrower and contractor and delivered to borrower via USPSAn inspection of work to date will be performed at 50% completeChange Orders and Cost Overruns: Changes to the initial plan are not permitted unless prior approval.

Managing an airbnb is work as host has to make sure house is clean because reviews are important.

Her ex mentioned seeing it was worth $125K online which would be a bit tough considering it needs a new kitchen, and even though I've been inside a couple times I don't even know if it's 1 or 2 baths (Zillow & Realtor say different things) Oh I'd love to have two contiguous properties! 

Review their management agreement.

But if you decide to wait for the sale and be a participant in the tax auction, some counties have online tax sales, you can wipe not only your own mortgage but also the second and any liens that your borrower may have accumulated including but not limited to IRS liens and then move into REO by Tax Sale/Sherrif Deed. 

I believe you can also find the public records online.