Conclusion
There are also plenty of risks from the bankruptcy courts and other sources. Houses can be spotted by subscribing to foreclosure data services, but plenty of skilled negotiating must be done to get a house.
This type of buyer can make some very favorable transactions. Buying directly from the owner before foreclosure has many advantages. It may be possible to get the house before any competitors or at least to view the house beforehand.
However, a small investor who can repair a house or get it rented out may well have an advantage in price bidding and controlling fix-up costs over any other investor. It may be possible to assume an existing conventional loan, without triggering the lender's foreclosure, and if so, it drastically reduces the cash that may be required to buy such homes.
Title: Conclusion