It could be something simple like a leaking supply line or a leak from a rocking toilet.

Simple answer for me, but all things considered who do you feel most comfortable living with?

This really is simple. 

The simple answer is that in a tough market to find deals you need to look at more deals in order to get one.

I'm most interested in holding as rentals.We plan to choose a unified look through all rehabs to keep it simple and save money.

I do a spreadsheet (very simple), separate bank account and separate credit card.

These simple meetings to network (no sales pitch/sell you the program).

txtType=HTM&ttl=42&div=0&chpt=55&sctn=27&subsctn=1James, if you decided to accept a simple Quit Claim Deed now, the key info you should have is: a copy of the current Deed, a copy of the will, and knowledge of the PA law on intestate succession.   

Most avoidable delays in a foreclosure case come from the attorneys and/or the servicing company not doing what they are supposed to do or taking an unbelievable amount of time on simple processes time and time again.

Also as you said, there are usually simple work around to avoid abatement.