The missing windows and walls and graffiti throughout must have been mistaken for artistic enhancements of the property since there wasn't any other way to justify a higher number.

They must attest to the following (among other things) I (we) do not owe any money on any mortgage on the property that was foreclosed other than the one that was paid off by the foreclosure.Also, I'd read that statute REALLY closely regarding the definition of a subordinate lienholder.

@Sylvana Strawn @Mark Gauger @Henri Meli Then, I just must be really confused about real estate investing!

Does your lease state the tenant must comply with any HOA regulations?

Is there a time period in which the funds must be used for another purchase?

Here is a link to the IRS for reference: https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/plan-particip...All transactions involving your IRA must be 'arms length', you personally or any business that you own must stay away from such transaction as far as possible.

There must be a form for every single step in the selling process.

The identification must be in writing, signed by you and delivered to a person involved in the exchange like the seller of the replacement property or the qualified intermediary.

They said that according to Texas Homestead laws he must live in the home if he is in title.

I would ask the seller for the plans and stop by the planning depot and and visit the building depot and have them give you an estimate.They can give you resources to the city fee schedule you might be able to find it on the website.Fee schedule