I did a lot of research online and here to find the best method to track your ROI or some kind of template or software.

I live in a small town of roughly 17,000+ residents, and there is not a lot of rental postings online for my town.

Just because it is an standard sales does not mean a family trust is selling it because the person passed away. and you can find those leads on line look for obituary leads. 

Not to mention it would be adding 10 yrs back to my mortgage because its refinancing back into a new 30yr term.

Some counties have that data available online too.

I searched the house online for some basic information, but was wondering if anyone could give me some suggestions of what financial specifics I should request from her in order to determine if the property is worth looking into further.

Am I correct in thinking that a HELOC is a better option than refinancing for a higher rate?

I read the reviews online and it seems every printer has people that love and hate it.

This online community has really opened my eyes to other areas of the real estate business that I might want to get involved in more deeply after I retire from the reserves in the next couple of years.

Refinanced out of it last year in to a conventional 15 at 2.75% :)I prefer conventional with atleast 20% down so you don't have to pay PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) If you have the means to go the conventional route -- I'd suggest that route.