If you get a chance come on out to some of the REIA meetups in Atlanta.

I would think that from the get-go the fact that you are putting in an inspection contingency when offering on REO properties would hurt your chances of an accept offer.  

I'll be sure to reach out to you in the near future after I have had the chance to review the helpful responses. 

Have you had a chance to get some contractors in the property to give you some estimates?

If you answered NO to any of these, then chances are you (or your listing agent) aren't doing everything you could be doing to get the property sold.2) Improve the asset - If you can't or don't want to sell the property, have you thought about what kind of improvements you would need to make to the property to make it perform better?

You would probably have a better chance at getting responses, as its prohibited to market or solicit in the regular BP Forum.

Is there any chance here?

There's a good chance it's hydronic radiant, water pipes in the ceiling, do you have a boiler of some sort? 

Seems to me like Guy B needs to sell his home and his car, and pay off his debts, then use the proceeds to buy something that will actually stand a chance of bringing about early financial freedom.Love to hear some perspective on this.

Stocks are subject to risk.If there's any chance living with your brother might not work out, I'd consider keeping and renting the house.