Finding information this way is often faster when necessary information couldn't be obtained directly through the internet.That's the old fashion way of doing things before the internet.  

Site cleaning may be the single most underfunded line item on construction budgets which often leads to dangerous work sites.

This will essentially vacate any right of tenancy the prior owner of the property may seek to engage. 

Quote from @Lorraine Hadden: I would invest early and often in multifamily (5+ Units)!

- Zillow is the #1 source of tenant leads, with it's other websites Trulia & Hotpads. - What is your PMC charging for Tenant Placement?

My advice would be to buy something where you can rent to a better class of tenant.

These properties can often be acquired through creative financing methods like:Seller Financing: Negotiate flexible terms with motivated sellers who want to avoid traditional bank processes.Lease Options/Subject-To Financing: Take over a seller’s mortgage without assuming full responsibility, especially for properties needing renovation.Creative Terms: Adjust terms to fit market conditions, like offering lower down payments or longer payoff periods.Staying connected with investors and tailoring deals to current conditions can help you secure opportunities even in challenging markets.

It is not guaranteed money, the properties are often not in good condition, and CMHA is difficult to work with.

Does the market really want nearly uniform full-service brokerage service (often of varying quality)?

Costs can be on the lower end if you use more standardized templates, while custom documents tailored to specific deals tend to fall on the higher end.Location can also play a role, with attorneys in larger cities often charging more.