Often that software will speed things up like crazy for you...might give you the equity number so you're only going after properties with X amount of equity. 

@Bob Avery - agree on the need and real impact of offering to section 8 voucher holders - an aspect of the business we don't hear folks discussing very often. 

Or even missing out on securing a better deal, higher price, or greater return but did not do so, often due to a lack of negotiation or oversight.

@Jared LeggettFrom my experience, house hacking in NYC is doable, but it often means looking into more affordable neighborhoods or smaller properties.

Often you can get better terms by partnering up with someone with demonstrated experience. 

Here is a list of what adding ADUs, especially in single family zoned areas,  in my CA market is typically a poor RE investment:1) The value added by the ADU addition is often significantly less than the cost of adding the ADU.

attempting to respond earnestly to your post - Satanic ritual abuse is a real and serious issue that often goes completely under the radar for many reasons.

For example, I often see Buyers purchase property thinking there is a $1,000 deposit but then the tenant claims it was $2,000 because they paid the last month's rent.

You will see that he is often lost by what they are saying or just says something generic because he has nothing to offer.

This shock factor often leads them to question what other elements of the house may need updating, even if the paint is a relatively easy fix.