She was overwhelmed and needed help, so we stepped in to take care of everything for her.What made this deal different was the level of support we provided.

I am VERY familiar with this strategy

Has anyone ever used the Federa App or Website to buy foreclosures at auction?

Is this common practice?

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For example, in Hampton, the average days on market increased to 39 days in September 2024, but this is still relatively fast compared to many other markets.- **Inventory**: Inventory is slightly trending upward, but it's still at historically low levels.

If he has concerns about maintenance, property taxes etc already and he doesn't even own the home then maybe this should be addressed first.

How do I go about handling this situation?

You'll need to get good at analyzing rehab costs and predicting after-repair value (ARV) to ensure your margins are solid.To get started, immerse yourself in real estate education—read books, listen to podcasts, and use BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

I can't specifically help you with regards to Irvington, New Jersey but I would definitely recommend going to your local REIA group meeting and asking who other investors there use.