Another we advised against a costly purchase by pointing out the monthly recurring costs and the stress that would put on his budget.

Thank you for the advise and sharing this awesome success story!

The advise you have received is all excellent, attending local meetings is an excellent way to learn the local market as well as to pick the brains of those who are in the trenches. 

As an out of state owner, I need someone who can ensure that this transaction is completed properly, and can advise me along the way.My buyer is also in need of an attorney for their part of the transaction.   

please advise as to which websites are the best site to use as a resource to finding REO and SHORT SALE properties. any tips and every advise is much appreciated.

I only post to educate and advise, I have no business relationship in the advice I give, I don't, but may do business with select members (just disclosure but not actively engaged).

Justin, I am an accredited investor and work with a number of private companies that go public BUT do not need to start on NYSE.All the advise above is great and should be taken in. 

Honestly based on what you said I would not advise you to invest in military towns.

Any advise on keeping the bank from foreclosing on the property would be helpful .

Samuel, I can't advise you on Lawrence, but one thing you might do is set up a keyword for "Lawrence", and "Massachusetts" so that when people talk about those topics, you'll be notified.