Be prepared to verify your debt if you want to go down this avenue.Hopefully that helps.

But for anybody looking for another creative method to find new deals, try browsing some local classifieds to see if any ads stick out and get in contact with the landlord!

If you do you'll want to work on paying that off other wise you will need to get creative. 

Her sellers are elderly, and simply ill-prepared to be out by the closing date.

@Yany Rivera- I would agree with the other posters that if you don't feel prepared to purchase, then don't. 

So, stay calm and rational  but   be prepared to beat the bushes to find the right deal.  

I'm great at answering challenging questions with creative solutions.

Is there a flexible or creative agent/realtor out here that has connections or  specializes in Section 8 that I can refer them too? 

(c) The licensing requirements of this Article do not apply to: (1) any person who is employed as a code enforcement official by the State of Illinois or any unit of local government, while acting within the scope of that government employment; (2) any person licensed by the State of Illinois while acting within the scope of his or her license; or (3) any person engaged by the owner or lessor of residential real property for the purpose of preparing a bid or estimate as to the work necessary or the costs associated with performing home construction, home remodeling, or home repair work on the residential real property, provided such person does not hold himself or herself out, or advertise himself or herself, as being engaged in business as a home inspector.

In Ontario, Canada, we must adhere to REBBA (the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act), which does not allow some entrepreneurs to be quite as creative in their negotiations, financing, etc.From what you have described of your situation and your goals, it seems best for you to learn what you can from the course and materials, but to not actually become licensed.Another option is to take the exam(s), but not apply for your license.