@Corey Curtin has been a stellar agent for my clients.I heard things that involve the city like zoning/permits can take a while in Birmingham compared to other AL markets so I'd be cautious of that.

Many real estate agents dabble in property management without fully understanding the complexities involved, making it risky to work with them.

We act as GC on our efforts but we have gotten tired of the effort involved.  

I personally have no connections with anyone who is involved in this niche and I'm wondering how other people have started their journey.

So back to the drawing board, but for myself the big takeaway is to continue on the course that I set out on and too continually learn and stay involved with goals that I set out on and to stay focused.

One thing I’ve always done is focus on the 75th percentile of the rent estimates, as my properties tend to fall into that range (very nice, but small with no amenities).While I think there will always be some manual research involved, the current platforms lack key functionality that could be easily implemented with the available market data and technology.1.Quality Metrics:•Filter comps to match the quality of your rentals.

There are a few options(1)You can get connected with the larger wholesaler firms in the area (2) go through PCPAO site and skiptrace the buyers of similar properties as yours, (3) hunt down the agents involved in the sale of properties similar to yours or go to local REI meetings and pitch it to the investors there. 

I am reaching out for your expertise regarding a situation involving a seller from who I purchased a property subto an FHA loan in March of last year.

@Benjamin Ying I recommend you take time to read through some of the horror stories that have happened to some who’ve tried OOS long distance investing that are in these forums.

It has taken four months.Unfortunately, when probate is involved, the process can absolutely drag out.