Power is being generated and sold to the utility but little is being consumed in an empty property.

It can be time consuming which often is the reason someone will pay a title company for the info. 

As the economy and consumer confidence continues to improve, rates will increase. 

@Patrick Satchell You may want to start talking with other investors who've done the same in your area.

You need someone to quarterback on your behalf or the loan side of things can be a very painful and time consuming experience once you get down into it. 

It is a good way to save some money but may be too time consuming. 

I'd say it's been about 100% those who've asked fail my prescreen/screening criteria.

The podcasts are great.. how does she best consume content?

More choices for consumers is usually good.

Joshua Lyon : Not clear from your statement whether you knew ahead of time that this was an international wire transfer.This FDIC page may be a good start on what your protections are and what to do now in that case:https://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/news/cnsum13/sending-money-abroad.htmlIn any case, you should file a “complaint” with the FTC and request a cancellation of the transfer from the banking institution on your end (this will not get your money back, but it’s a step you need to take.)There was a lawsuit brought up by First American Title against a real estate agent who allegedly failed to secure his email account.