You would do well to request a copy of probate "Letters" to review for powers.If full powers, a (15) calendar day notice of sale is sufficient, unless an objection by claimants, creditors or heirs.If limited or special powers, court confirmation is required and may be subject to overbid.

I'd highly suggest you open a separate account to hold the security deposit so that you don't get tempted to dip your hands into the honey jar.If you have just one rental and you are self managing I'd go with Paypal.

You likely won't pay self employment tax on rentals as they're passive under a partnership or sole-prop entity.

We own and self manage over 100 units and NOT ONE is on the west side. that's not an accident.

The books don't teach you much about real estate investing so it is important to find a brokerage firm that works with what you have envisioned for your self and your real estate goals. 

Right now i self manage my rentals (4 unit and a 3 unit im closing on next week).

If you cannot get a sufficient appraisal or qualify for the re-fi, you would be foreclosed on...the seller may ever insert that you would quit claim the property back...there are a lot of moving parts on this...

I'm self employed and do travel to Wisconsin for business often My interest are multi family and single family homes...

Most probate properties are not the kind of deals with sufficient margins for a quick turn.

Get The Self Directed IRA Handbook by Mat Sorensen, will be a good start.