Based on the results of the title search, if it doesn't show the occupants as the current owners than I would also engage a probate attorney to validate that they are the legal heirs to the property, and find out what documentation is needed for them to be able to transfer title to you. 

It's blatantly obvious they aren't real players.3) rental game is long term money, usually using financing from banks.  

Personally, I find that people who have been in the game a long time are more than willing to share their war stories, which helps to avoid making the same mistakes.  

Now here's the situation my tenant owes from October I know I let it go on too far went to court she was given legal aid and I had to represent myself or pay out of pocket for the same results I won a judgement and I was nice enough to issue a stay of eviction for 7 days well this my first time representing myself so the legal aid on her side knew the game.

I'd recommend to have a game plan in regards to what type of properties you are looking for, what type of budget you have in mind and also what type of financing you will be using.PPS: We have a investor meetup in Anne Arundel County in case you are interested. 

The only other recommendation I give is to go ahead and have a lender lined up so you can pull from the LOC right after the closing on replacement property,  Alternatively, you could engage in a full refinance (although much more costly) right after you have closed on the replacement property. 

If you have the house first, only you have skin in the game.

I think you would be better off finishing the basement and adding 2-3 more bedrooms plus a family room that can be used as a media room or game room.

The name of the game is avoiding turnover and down time.

They are amazing and will really help you out and put together a great game plan!