The combination of families looking for more space, good schools, and a quieter lifestyle has been a big driver of demand.For my investments, I’ve noticed:High tenant quality: Families or professionals relocating to suburbs like Naperville and Wheaton tend to stay longer, which helps with stability.Increased competition: It’s definitely tougher to find good deals, especially in top-tier school districts.

@Matt Powers there are endless possibilities and combinations of how you could approach this opportunity.

You cant view a lot of FL probate dosuments directly from the recorders site but you can get the key people (petitioner/decedent) then combine with the case type (summary vs formal probate admin) then look through property records to see if  they own property and whether there are encumbrances.

However, it is perfectly acceptable to combine all tenants’ security deposits into a single account.

Currently, I am looking at Hemlame for local, I tried to use them for an out-of-state investment property, but the cost with an agent would end up far greater than a full-service property manager.The dream option would combine all accounting, bill pay, rent collection, provide eviction services, and maintenance coordination outside of normal hours.

By combining our in-house teams with a focus on diversification and luxury properties, we’ve created a model that works in any market.

You can't get "clear title" until all leans are cleared, whichever way that happens SOMETIMES, but not frequently, the 1st and 2nd will combine and both will be included in the auction.

Especially combined with the high interest rates right now. 

Selling it for $500K and combining that with your $100K could give you more options, like buying a single-family rental or a lake property that generates better cash flow.

Findlay is a real oppotunity beause you’ve got a combination of stable job sources, a decent population size, and often lower acquisition costs compared to bigger metros.About choosing an agent..