The title is not always clear and auctions don't always provide a warranty deed that lenders and some buyers like to see.

I would probably get a buyers agent to represent you in the transaction. 

I do not deal with seller financing though and never have.In short, less than 20% is a unicorn and in actuality, if you want to become an investor, think about househacking as a first option or go hunting for that unicorn. 

The season is not super long if you are focused on the lake crowd, if you are in areas for hunting though that does certainly open up some other avenues.

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Definitely worth involving a local real estate attorney or title company before bidding to check for any liens, back taxes, or other issues that could stick with the property—unlike a traditional sale, those risks are on the buyer.

I'd be actively hunting for a duplex/triplex now.

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It’s funny — we spend so much time hunting for deals, analyzing cap rates, and negotiating offers…but the part that actually determines how much wealth we keep often gets ignored.I’m talking about the business side of investing — how you manage your numbers, track your expenses, and plan for taxes before tax season hits.I’ve worked with investors who made six figures flipping or holding rentals — and still ended up frustrated because their cash flow disappeared into poor bookkeeping, messy structures, or missed deductions.The ones who grow fastest?

Check your local banks to see if they do grants for first time home buyers.