@Tony Wood, I don't believe you can view the MLS without a realtor or a license, however I would suggest realtor.com as an alternate.

My suggestion would be to do a Land Contract instead...in reality, that's what you're trying to do anyway.As far as the understanding of the O.C.P. not credited towards the purchase, you're missing the most important point here. 

I’d suggest disclosing this plan to the seller.

I’m not in your area but I would suggest think long term relationship rather than quick money.

It's also a good idea to look at what kind of areas are experiencing retail/restaurant booms.

I'm always open to suggestions and opportunities!

Hello guys, My wife is planning to take some money as a loan for buying a property. The property is located in Ontario (She is from CA). The catch is, there are a lot of rates and fees applied to mortgage services. An...

Before reading your post, I spoke with them as they are used to doing Subject To deals and they said that the policy holder would switch to my entity name with the mortgagor's name as secondary - I am interested to see what their feedback is with your suggestion -- as your approach seems to send less "red flags".

I'm looking for a small multifamily in the area to live in one unit as an owner-occupant and rent out the rest of the property.Any suggestions and advice will be very welcome.- Nicki in Philly

Though I wouldn't suggest that as your only method of making money since the amount you'll get paid will not be very high.