Most investors strive to find value and cash flow like what you already have and that kind of deal is tough to find in most places.

I don't do anything special.

I don't need to try jumping the Grand Canyon on a motorcycle to know it's tough, even though there is likely someone out there who would argue it's doable.In addition to the two times I've tried it myself, I've spoken to several underwriters about it, have had my mortgage broker speak to several underwriters about it and have seen other investors try it (mostly unsuccessfully).Even Aaron, who seems to be the biggest proponent of it provides just a single story about how he did it thanks to some luck.Sorry if this is coming off defensive, but again, my main statement at the beginning of this thread was:"Your ultimately buyer may have difficulty getting this type of property through underwriting for conventional or FHA loans."

Creditors are really tough and play unfair when you are trying to clean up your credit.

Also, what are the RE specializations?

The cost like $1000 if you shop around and they are tough to break into if you secure them with good locks.

You should ask whatever you need to ask to feel comfortable and they should fully understand that, if they don't they are probably hiding something.Any company that is looking to do business with another company should be ready to disclose information, and you should be willing to ask the tough questions...if that scares them off you probably saved yourself a lot of hassle and money.

Here is a link to a website that specializes in data-driven city comparisons: http://best-cities.findthebest.com/compare/157-203/Lancaster-vs-Palmdale.

There might be a special notice or language that gets used when it comes to a foreclosure sale buyer planning to occupy.

Among investors, most tend to specialize - sfrs, duplexes, and apartment buildings are three distinct animals - they appeal to different types of tenants, and the tenants kinda control the maintenance, management, and vacancy expenses.