And then look at if a second (or third) brother is needed on the application. 

Even if it doesn't show up on your credit report, you may be required to disclose it on a mortgage application.

Do you have any suggestions on software or databases I could use?

I would look at the application as a whole. 

So now literally talking about 1 month to close it and lenders many not accepting closing by years end as pushing newer applications and loans early in process to close next year.Maybe you could try short term owner finance to close the sale out this year if it is for tax purposes and then simultaneously run the loan process and take out the seller finance note once the lender loan comes into place.No legal or tax advice given.  

Something that can be developed, such as software, tools, processes, etc.Thanks for the thought!

I am hoping to do a project on something real estate related.Does anyone have any RE issues or problems that could be improved with some sort of software, planning, system, or tool?

@Leah R Grier So I went and looked at the Beaumont Zoning regulations and to the best of what I read if it’s in a Historical District it says you have to pay a $20 application fee and go before the historic commission and have a public hearing with your proposal of any changes to the structure and plans and color changes, use changes, etc. the same applies to the main building, any changes must be approved by the commission.

This is/was pretty common in applications where you want to minimize sound transfer (like a condo). 

I use and love Cozy (apartments.com now) for applicant screening and rent collection.