Individual situations vary and it's impossible for someone over the internet to give you specific advice without knowing all of the details of your situation.

He said the following: "I am sending you what four other prospective buyers have received.I got a specific Power of Attorney from my wife before she left for California.REMEMBER NO CONTINGENCIES."

That is why I suggested he get with a cpa and work his specific circumstances. 

@Alex Kamunyo Just in case, there are state specific forums on Bigger Pockets and the Texas forum is quite active. 

The people who are buying traffic on Google are buying the attention of people who are typing in very specific problems into Google, and they are able to turn these problems into solutions.   

Of course that depends on the specific property and deal you get. i would start in neighborhoods that are at least $125k and up, other wise you are going to be in riskier areas and areas that area more hassle and less passive.

The second exception is really just a specific extension of the first.The (standard) lease we use covers the dwelling, the grounds, and any outbuildings such as a detached garage or a shed.

The Book on Investing in Real Estate with No and Low Money Down (Brandon Turner)Not real estate specific, but great mindset books.4. 

@Daniel BrownThe quick answer is that the $80K is not the real price unless it specifically states "approved shortsale."

@Bryce Stclair Although I do not have experience with QOF, I am also very interested in opportunity zones, specifically in Clarksville.