Hello BP,I'm just getting started into investing in real estate-- I also work for a company that offers access to all genres of attorneys to the general public for a low monthly fee.

The public records of who has the deed / title and who pays the taxes on the property will give you the answer.

If the former, it may be difficult, you'd just pick up the updates code book, and anything that's non conforming would fit the bill.

What has been hinted at is the following:Listed for 3 months ($24k)Seller mentioned being willing to drop to $18K; 'Partner' wants to counter with $10k.Possible Description (Not Confirmed):3 Beds & 2 BathsCarport, 2 Sheds, & 2 DecksSunroom & Fireplace in living roomRented for $334 + Electric(This is low for non-MH properties in the area [~$750], but I'm not sure if it is normal to be that much lower)Motivated SellerI would like to know, if this property is in decent shape, whether or not it would represent an intelligent investment.

I don't want to buy when everyone else is, so I am turning my attention to different ventures, I will still look, but will have the freedom to stick to certain parameters without worrying.I can't justify owning over renting down here, which my wife isn't exactly thrilled about, the numbers for OO (owner occupied) or NOO (non owner occupied) just don't make sense.Andrew

Call the police for bomb disposal now, I'd explain that it's been disclosed, it is a public safety issue.

I might not be the easiest thing to figure out as he is renting the house and might not have his name listed in as many public records.

I find that real estate is a very non 9-5 profession.

Those tend to be the best bet on non-normaly loans.

He will not do Non owner.