If you are, most states have a method of for "bonding them off" by placing cash for say 110% of the lien in a court registry.  

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Here is an example:Now, I have a method to look up the address of the property in foreclosure by searching by the owner name. 

If you want to get the email just send me a message with your email address.We're on our 21st meetup and there's always a good mix of investors, from veterans to newbies and a variety of investment methods and locations, even some international visitors on occasion.

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My profile below may seem like a dream but it's all true and my dilemma is too many optons and personal uncertainty about the best method.

I also explored Meetup.com and they look to have a few meetings in Arlington that I'm thinking of attending and becoming a member of.

I met with the owner today in an attempt to explore possibilities of helping him out.

To better understand the total financial picture associated with purchasing a liability, let's build and analyze some scenarios to explore just what the difference is.

You can obviously search Google, but a method I've used before in addition to my network is to visit construction suppliers (companies like ORCO Block) who supply builders with construction materials.