Finding cash buyers through the tax records

[Zack Broaddus]

I am a wholesaler in Richmond, Virginia, and I am always looking to expand my list of cash buyers.  I struck up a conversation with a local buyer who told me to go to the courthouse and check the tax records to find out who is buying.  I should have asked him these questions when we were speaking, and I will surely call him tomorrow and ask him, but I would like to get you guys' opinions as well.  So here are my questions:

Would I be able to see a list of recent cash transactions at the courthouse, or would I just be looking for the LLC's/people who own the most properties?

Also, which part of the courthouse do I go to for this info?

Lastly, have any of you tried this strategy for finding buyers, and if so, how has it worked out?