One of them was suppose to have her 17 y/o brother (she's the legal guardian) move into the third bedroom to assist with rent.

I second @Oliver Evans ' comments about the Tuesday night meetup - I just relocated here from Annapolis MD and have found the group to be friendly, diverse in interests and very willing to help.

Deal = 100% financing with down-payment assistance from state; $2,500 cash at closing from seller to help with repairs.

This can be a tricky area so I suggest you consult with your tax adviser who could better assist with whether this applies in your specific situation. 

Best of luck and let me know if I can be of any more assistance. 

I'm wondering how best to approach the otherheirs about possibly acquiring their properties or offer them someother means of assistance and make sure the properties are protectedand hopefully create a win for everyone.

If it's that big of a deal he should hire an agent or a property manager to rent it out for him.Venice is a diverse area.

If I am correct on this point.I am looking forward to the communities responses and thanks in advance for your assistance and advice. 

Have a team assembled for when you need assistance.

Her mom moved to assisted living last year and has left her house empty.