How To Locate Flipping Opportunities

[John E.]

Hi Everyone!

I've been researching for websites, databases, and software that could identify properties behind on their taxes or mortgage. My results so far aren't encouraging. Some websites contain some of the information required, while others possess nothing. My experience in real estate isn't vast, but finding a reliable set of comprehensive data appears to be one of the harder steps in the flipping process.There are far more seasoned investors on this website, so any recommendations on websites, databases, or software would be greatly appreciated. 

[Laura Alamery]

@John E.

My suggestion is instead of spending money in buying lists or website subscriptions, get the lists straight from the source: tax delinquent from your county real estate tax collection office and mortgage/preforeclosures from the recorder of deeds office. Then hire a VA (virtual assistant) to scrape the list for data, get owners mailing addresses and phone numbers.

You are better off spending money on a VA then buying data which might not be up to date or correct. Getting the data straight from the source is definitely the best way!