Jay, that is very valuable information. 

Lane has contributed to a "Member blog"  at one point, but has not published an article in the last 3 years.

Here's an article with additional FAQs on cost segregation studies that you may find helpful.

I assume you're talking about buying the property at the foreclosure auction, if not then it would just be about getting ahold of the owner and seeing if they would sell it to you.If you are aiming to buy it at auction, this is a really good article to read: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/buying-house-auctionMost important thing is to make sure 1) you are buying the 1st mortgage and not a second and 2) make sure you know if there are any tax liens on it as those don't get wiped out in foreclosure.

I just read a WSJ article about Tampa, and homeowners there are frustrated because they can't sell their houses... for 5-10% more than they paid for them 1-3 years ago.This could create a self-increasing dynamic.

Networking can provide valuable insights and opportunities.7) Get Pre-Approved for Financing: If you plan to buy property, secure financing by getting pre-approved for a mortgage or exploring other funding options.8) Start Small: Consider beginning with a smaller property or investment, such as a single-family home or a small multi-family unit, to minimize risk.9) Conduct Due Diligence: When you find a property of interest, perform thorough inspections, research the title, and assess potential for appreciation and cash flow.10) Take Action: Once you're ready, make an offer and start your real estate journey.

Data hack reference: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-...

I have found using our property management software to communicate as a way for it to be saved 3rd party and reliable for legal matters.Forbes article 1-2024

I'm pretty sure this is allowed within California based on articles by CRES Insurance, but unsure about how to send clients to other state realtors as a finder.My question is: If I make agreements with realtors in various states outside California, can I send them clients and collect finder fees?

Seeing how they’ve handled similar projects—especially when things didn’t go as planned—can give valuable insight into their problem-solving skills and reliability.How do you usually gather this kind of information?