Watch as many of Brandon Turners webcasts as possible.

Or do we try to build relationships with possible PMLs to keep in our back pockets for the moment we do actually need them?

I simply detail the scope of work (as detailed as I possibly can!)

Is it possible to get quit claim deed from house sold at Sheriff Auction and then sell it using a traditional lender without paying off the redemption note first.

As much as possible...

We are trying to learn as much as possible and hope to buy our first property this fall.  

Possibly, if it doesn't close.

Him not following the swimming pool guidelines alone and causing you un necessary repair costs should be grounds to evict him, but again depends on what your lease saids are possible consequences and your state laws are. 

We'll likely purchase our first house next year.We don't have any plans to buy real estate for investment purposes, other than what's described above, but I joined to try and get some ideas and information to see if it's possible for us.

If he doesn't use the money to pay the IRS, your investment will be the loan + The cost to foreclose and possibly the IRS debt.