Ask him what all debts he is using, maybe there are credit cards with balances that can easily be paid off that you haven't considered.He unfortunately cannot use the income from your SRT since it's an ADU, and you there are tight restrictions around when you can use boarder income. 

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Essentially this app assists in generating lead lists and allows users to send post cards to properties of interest automatically.

A win-win-win situation.

You might be able to win his inspection fee refunded if he’s still in business, MAYBE. 

But we consider cash neutral with our stringent criteria to still be a win given the appreciation.However, I have been looking at a lot of the new communities being built around North Alabama - and I would be very cautious with these opportunities. 

We got a house for $10 dollars, and they can move on with their lives.Because we deal with true motivated sellers (by definition, "motivation" means that is is not necessarily about money) we can easily solve problems for true win win situations.

I would still think it would be worth a purchase and a win for both of us if I can get it.

If we did win the bid do the current owners have the right/ability to stay in the house?

It's nearly impossible to sue someone for back rent and win.