Ohio: A Tax Deed is obtained after a Foreclosure on a Tax Lien.

What does everyone think of Senator Dodd holding hearings on Countrywide when he obtained favorable financing on mortgages from Anthony Mozillo at Countrywide?

I found that most of them obtained their wealth in one of three ways:1- They inherited it – not an option for me.2- They started a successful business and grew their wealth over many years – also not what I was looking to do.3- Created wealth through some form of real estate investing – Bingo!

With poor credit and no liquid assets; I am no where near where I need to be to step out onto the investment plank.

Craft a marketing message that can be written in a letter or on a postcard, obtain a list of the mailing addresses of members of your target audience, and mail your marketing materials to the list.

I would probably proceed the opposite way - meaning: giving him a better than market rate, but trying to obtain the property at a purchase price under market value.

Help understanding using equity to obtain more props

Yes, it sounds like you found a way to successfully market some kind of product or services to obtain your nest egg.

House number 1 is not an asset if you owe will owe money on it after you sell it.  

Making friends with someone in the probate court can be a tremendous asset. 8)