@Alex Del Rio welcome and congrats on Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) this brings with it a lot of tax benefits that you didn't have access to before.

At this point, they'd only sent me 3 properties and I realized it might not work so I requested we stop and honestly thought it would be a really reasonable request to return the 20k deposit/finders fee. 

When politicians stop becoming multi-millionaires via civil service jobs than I will start to give a dang.

Here’s the quick-and-dirty lowdown to get you started:1️⃣ Where to Look:LoopNet & Crexi: Good for commercial deals, though the best ones go fast.MLS (Multiple Listing Service): Access through a realtor for hidden gems.Auction Sites: Think Auction.com or HUD homes for distressed properties.Direct Mail Campaigns: Target landlords with older properties (especially those with code violations).2️⃣ Systems for Finding Deals (Step-by-Step):Set Your Criteria: Market, budget, unit count, rehab level.Build a Deal Funnel: Use LoopNet, Crexi, wholesalers, auctions, and brokers.Analyze Quickly: Use a property calculator to see if it cash flows.Direct Outreach: Contact sellers or property managers directly.Get Your Network Tight: Property managers, realtors, contractors—they’ll drop the best leads.3️⃣ What Makes a Good Deal:Cash Flow Positive from Day 1.Below Market Value (usually needs rehab).Upside Potential: Think rent increases, better management, or refinancing options.4️⃣ How to Become the Better/Best:Study the Market Like a Hawk.

Using multiple platforms together and cross-referencing with public records or MLS data (if accessible) can help minimize discrepancies.

Would you be able to give for information.Some question I might ask: Can you get access to the land or is it surrounded by other people property?

You will likely need access to six-figure cash or loan to execute your plan before your long-term financing.Can you piggy back on the seller's bigger project?

Yeah we stopped buying in Berkeley due to the city.

However I wouldn't expect this to stop you from getting approved, but it may mean you should consider looking at alternative options or structure the deal in a way where you won't be caught with a net loss due to the PPP.

Please stop referring the rules and regs as a loophole.