Tell me why this is a dumb idea, but let's not get lost in what-if's.Lastly, who are the professionals that I can talk to, to make sure that the work I'm doing will result in a property that is bank finance-able?

You don't want your potential buyers talking to the seller.

Email us some dates and times that you're available (preferably after 5 if possible) so we can talk.

I can talk to you about my strategies and how you may get started. 

Next go to a bank and talk to their commercial lending department, then offer accordingly so your cash meets the down payment required.

If you still have this, have the owner talk to the tenants.

l know we all involved in real estate investing locally here in Toledo, Oh are tired of all the lead law talk, but I actually see opportunity in this new "lead safe" ordinance, and would like to know other investors on here take on the favorable and the unfavorable factors to consider with the new or ordinance?

Even a semi-competent realtor can walk a client through an old house and talk about "good bones".

Follow ups are key as the average person takes 3-5 touches before picking up the phone to respond.There is a lot of talk about direct mail here on BP.

I've talked with them enough to realize that I need to look more into this.