@Peter T.

Since he did not sign a lease, this person is only on a M-T-M lease agreement. 

Yes renters do sign a lease, but owners sign a promissary note, which oftentimes is a 30 year commitment, much more serious IMO.To me, banks loans (mortgages) are much kinder on the wallet than renting (increases annually, where most mortgages are fixed). 

Brian, my current t neighborhood that I referred to as "fringe" really isn't too bad at the moment but the problem is a completely dilapitated, falling apart, slumlord 2 unit right next door that has tenants that Are hit or miss.

I am a guy that hates some surprises, so love options to avoid the wrong kind and being committed if it seems like maybe something is not kosher.

It also ensures they are fully committed.

@William T.

They know every judgement in court, they know who has custody, where the kids were registered in school etc.Do everyone a favor and stop trying to commit fraud.

I have found that my biggest roadblock thus far is finding motivated sellers, and frankly im having a hard time wrapping my brain around why they would be agreeing to sell their home to me for such a discount...30-40%+ under retail. with the exception of needing to move very quickly i don t really know what would posses my to make such an unprofitable move if i were them.

t=1053992 Tom, Is this the caution that you are mentioning, or is there something more to worry about?