@Jeremy MichielsI would make sure they give you a clean title (either they run a title search or you do it if they don't) since it will be off-market and not regulated.Other than that, just be aware of the obvious stuff like don't trust their numbers.  

The leasing or rental of units in those two family homes in which the owner occupies one apartment of that home as his residence is not covered by this law unless: The homeseeker or renter is a recipient of public assistance or housing subsidy; or,The leasing or rental process utilized the services of a person or organization whose business includes engaging in residental real estate related transactions; or,The availability of such unit is made known by making, printing, publishing, or causing to be made printed or published any notice, statement, or advertisement with respect to the rental of such a unit that indicates any preference limitation, exclusion or discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, children, marital status, handicap, veteran status, or public assistance or housing subsidy recipiency.The following text is effective 07/01/93  

What would the best way to search for pre foreclosed properties to purchase before they get pushed to the sheriff sales?

Itemized Repairs and Related Losses to get unit back to move in condition: Interior painting, paint, and supplies Total Repair Cost: $250.005.

I have been saving all my receipts relating the property.  

I have a SMART goal related to early retirement, or at least the option of it. 

I have used Single Source only for my purchases on SFRs but not for any legal activities related to your brother's situation.

As you may have known our city has passed new regulations that effect landlord/tenant relations specificllly pertaining  discrimination.  

Does it show in a search or just visible through the url that you have?

This has probably been asked a lot, but I searched and could not find the answer.