As for what you should be looking for, I think that I'd lump NYC along with SFO and Los Angeles as one of the absolute toughest places in the country to achieve financial freedom.

Agree with Jeff GreenbergIn Texas, the buyers can seek legal actions against the seller in such circumstances but you will need an attorney to represent you. 

I agree.

Agree with @Chris Seveney - I had a fire at one of my rentals and the insurance check was written out in my name AND in the mortgage company's name.

@Mark SpritzI would agree that based on the information you have provided, the Solo 401(k) might not be the right path.  

First off, thanks for your service to our country via the NAVY.  

I've done that 100xHowever the NOTE (not title) will still be in her name until/unless the note holder agrees to change.

[On or before ______________, 20__] or [Within ________ [INSERT NUMBER OF DAYS] from the [date of this agreement], Seller and Buyer agree to deliver to Servicer all supporting documentation for Servicer’s Loan Assumption approval review.

This put the focus on a professional analysis – not just a rough opinion.I told the seller what I thought my eventual selling price would be – he agreed.

I bought some property in Oakland and Richmond during the financial crisis- but I agree, things are a little hot in the Bay right now..