I also support the point of thinking at least 10 years ahead and only buy properties your future self will be happy.

Seriously its worse than animals living in these places.But go ahead and bid it as if it is nice and clean.

Over time, this can even help you pay off your mortgage several years ahead of schedule. 4. what about asking your lender for a loan modification?

There is more things to consider when using this strategy its best to plan ahead and begin the mortgage planning as soon as possible so if a deal comes along you will be ready to execute. 

Combine that with local agent to "push paperwork" for you and you'll buy the right property. 

Installment sales are not new, but DSTs pushed the boundary of what is the economic substance of the transaction and whether or not you have constructive receipt of the money.

Keep pushing forward, because you’re the pilot in command of your own flight path. 

👏 Agree, this is the kind of data that can help you stay ahead of the curve.

Make sure to connect with a good investor agent that can broker the deals on-market or push off-market.

Can you go ahead and change that (think address of record for LLCs or bills for other properties).Make sure any HOA and the local government allows for your home as an MTR.1 last point to add to Jamie's first point: if you can, take a video tour of the home and what you're leaving behind.