Either way, different strategies for different levels of player. 

@Anthony White congrats on your path in real estate thus far, great story, being a former collegiate coach in baseball I admire your passion and self education, I'm sure you were a great coach to your players.

I bartended when I was 20 yes was not old enough at players sports lounge.

I would like to connect with the local players in those markets Thanks in advance guys! 

You will learn who the players are, what is going on, etc...

So if you find one whose willing to operate in truth, honesty and integrity then they will not have a problem with the following (13) Rules of Engagement I have created when dealing with PMLs.1-I require that we transact all business using a local Title Company of my choosing, using their resources (i.e. title search etc), their loan servicing capabilities and an attorney of my choosing to draw up contracts.

You didn't affirm your capabilities enough.

It is clear that you don't understand your proposed deal, and it appears the lender does not understand their rights, capabilities, or restrictions when it comes to foreclosure.I've seen lots of people lose a whole lot of money in this business by getting involved in deals that they didn't understand - both good and bad deals. 

Here in California the "mom & pop" SNFs are all being bought up by the bigger players in the area due to the constant change in regulations and liability from everyone wanting to sue.

@Kenny SmithIf problems persist, we would recommend finding a service plumbing company with the capability of rehabbing the cast iron.