Quote from @Mercedes Williams: I bought my first house in 2004.

Hey @William Levi Corcio, to my knowledge, a "Pre-Forclosure" can be bought just like any other home.

Edward - I don't have any recommendations for your area, but here's some suggestions on how to find some potential painters: 1) Search on thumbtack website in your area for service people looking for work (www.thumbtack.com)2) Go to your local REIA organization/meeting and ask for referrals from members/attendees.3) Go to a local Sherwin Williams and pick up business cards and/or ask the person at the front desk who is a local painter.4) Do #3 above at Home Depot or Lowes5) Ask other contractors (HVAC, drywall, electricians) that you  know if they have a good referral for a painter. 

Originally posted by @Laura Williams:@Pete Meadowssmith  My recommendation is to get ahold of your tenant in this property and ask them about your repairs...ask them directly what work the property mngt has done and about the sewer problem.

@William Beck haha. 

Yes I did with a realtor with Keller Williams

@Seth Williams No we just signed the contract to purchase a MF home.

@Seth Williams invite sent I’m very interest to talk with your lending partners and would be extatic to reference you!

Welcome again @William@William Warner!

One lawyer mentioned suing the realtor (Keller Williams) because they have insurance.