Be willing to pay up Front- time/underwriting-go through example and spend the time Don't run through yellow lights-Get everything cleared up front So you can Perform!

This could lead to backing out if negative information comes to light; however, it doesn't seem like you are even getting that opportunity just yet.

I've done some light searching and found the Queen City REIA along with the Greater Cincinnati REIA as active local groups. 

The guy who supposedly turned the house over to her I am thinking he did a lease option with consideration amount of $90,000 I am a bit puzzled and she is too her name is not on the Special Warranty Deed his is can someone please explain this in detail I have all her documents need to shed some light on this for her.

This is better than everything is banned until a regulator provides a green light.

I'm sure that this scenario has some risk especially in light of CFPB regs.

LADWP installed new LED lights at no cost through a Green initiative.

I suggest going this route if you're light on capital. 

I've noticed a handful of properties in the Lansing area since I've been looking that have really attractive numbers as well as many of them being move-in ready or just light cosmetic updating. 

Review finances with broker to see if you have enough for down payment,  escrow, inspections, and cash reservesThen. run the numbers for the properties you are interested in.Right now without any other numbers I see you light of cash .