There's certainly quite a few of us around but things have been kinda slow since the interest rates jumped up and BP is doing a revamp of their website and overhauling the different premium tier packages and I've noticed its been messing with notifications and keywords and such so some people are just missing posts they would normally see. 

Something I would recommend for you is this website. https://www.areavibes.com/Use this rating and classification system I have created over time to get an idea of the "Class" for the area - A class B class & so onHere is my rating & classification for each livability score.80 and above A+78/79 A76/77 A-74/75 B+72/73 B70/71 B-68/69 C+66/67 C64/65 C-60/63 D59 and below F

Connecting with other investors can lead to potential deals and partnerships.Use Real Estate Websites: Check out sites like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin to find properties that are priced lower than usual or have been sitting on the market for a while.

I was wondering if I should use the HUD website to figure out my numbers.

If you don't have an appraisal and cannot rely on the county website then speaking with an appraiser sounds like your best option to get an accurate valuation.

You can also search on their websites to see if they post info.Watch 3 sales before you ever bid. 

Copy and paste the mailing address in google and once you see a homebuyer related website call the number let them know you find properties based off investor criteria and ask for acquisition manager.

I was able to enter the address and some info on their website and get a nearly instant report emailed to me but they followed up and I sent them pics and the scope of work and gave me a more personalized quote. 

I agree, something to 'set apart' seems to be the name of the occupancy game aside from location & views...that "Instagram Moment" - theme/mural/badass outdoor space/something outside of the box/really cool game room...just some ideas. 

Photographers put pictures on websites and say they're available for free download.