Locally, I know an investor that runs a crazy profitable trailer park where he is probably pulling in a 20%+ annual return on his investment - but he has to self-manage because no one will touch it, collects rent and deals with evictions armed, and has several "overseers" living for free on site to make sure no one burns the park down.

For people doing the kind of research required for probate leads without easily available owner indexed info, they may need to consider the national data companies serving their area such as RealQuest, etc.

I bought a 3 unit on park street in between 6th and 7th street in Allentown last year.

Hi Doug, after reading your question again I think I misunderstood--are you asking if the local MLS can force you to be a member of the National Realtor's Association?

These are double wide homes that would be attached to the permanent foundation (on owned land, not in a park) and that the investor would look to sell right away to people that would occupy the homes as their primary residence. 

Some of the national data sites have pricing suggestions that run both high and low.

Hi Natasha, these areas in Columbus—North Linden, South of Main, Vassor Village, Woodland Park, MT Vernon, Milo-Grogan, Franklinton, Merrion Village, Hungarian Village, Southern Orchards, Driving Park, Olde Towne East, Franklin Park, King Lincoln, Old Oaks, and Livingston Park—are prime spots for quick gentrification and great long-term buy and holds.

A 2 bedroom unit in the town of Manchester with parking is currently renting for between $1250 to $1500.

They claim to spend $50,000 to $100,000 a month each in generally national advertising.

Locations preferred are Oak Lawn, Beverly/Morgan Park, Chicago Ridge, Burbank,.....