Did a sweep anyway to make sure and shows possible oil tank but it could be anything under there.

The articles on creative financing have opened our eyes to a new world of possibilities.

I have connected with a lender (not a bank or individual).I am wondering if is okay to ask the BP audience about a particular lending institution in terms of reviews, experiences.If that is not possible, I am curious what types of questions to ask this lender.Thanks.

I'm sure we'll bump into each other around the forums, or possibly at a local meeting.

I am simply looking to add value to the process in any way possible and expect zero compensation--only experience. 

Sharon Segovia I'm in your market as well and it is possible to use 10k to buy.

Are there any advantages to doing this (if it's even possible) / are there any disadvantages?

I also highly recommend you read as much as possible about your local municipal process and the laws in your state.  

However, I want to buy this house because it's a great deal, and I get the sense the sellers are just mad due to the fact that they agreed to the deal in the first place and are dragging their feet as long as possible to make me not to want to purchase.

I took the initiative to learn as much as I possibly could about the business, particularly small multi family buy and hold.