These are all relatively inexpensive or in some cases free:-New pulls on kitchen cabinets/drawers-Pressure wash driveway and any decks (or really anything that could use it)-New mailbox-Fresh mulch/plants-Spray and/or plug-in air fresheners throughout the house for a fresh smell-If property is not vacant, keep free of clutter - put EVERYTHING away and make the rooms feel big-Replace light bulbs in darker rooms with higher wattage bulbs to brighten them-Fresh paint on trim and window/door casings-Update door knobs and hinges if outdated-Clean all windows inside and out

How can I investigate to see if their plans are to renew the lease?

Freshness of the lead, equity, type of motivation (if any), type of distress (if any).....it goes on and on.

It may work for you, but before you throw down payment, I'd make sure you investigate the alternatives and compare/contrast everything you get for your money.If anyone is working with them, I'd be very curious to see your live website.

If the idea proves desirable, I am interested in trying to create a business from it, but am still investigating if it is feasible.Also, any recommendations on people to speak with would be helpful as well.Problem: Even though there has been an increase in rentals, most people still express a desire to own a home.

So we would skip December and meet in January and have a fresh start in the new year.So as the schedule stands now we would meet in:October, then January of 2014(if you can believe that).

Also really investigating the properties by parcel number and legal description, seeing as the county will not guarantee accuracy of information provided.

Now if FMV rents are $1500/mo and you can buy it and increase rent, or it is worth 70K more than the loan balance so you can flip it then yeah maybe it is something to investigate...need more info.

That or come investigate properties in NJ.

Upon further investigation, you are correct, double closing is exactly what I must do.