My client has dozens of California and non-CA properties.

.--- Tactic 2: Niche Specialization: She focused on the New York market, becoming an expert in her area.--- Tactic 3: Empowering Agents: Corcoran built a strong team, providing them with the tools and support needed to excel, which in turn grew her business.These investors show that success in real estate often comes from a mix of strategic purchasing, market specialization, strong branding, and building robust teams. 

It’d be great to know a little more about your market preferences and non-negotiables, since Alabama’s pretty diverse in terms of what it can offer.For example, the Huntsville area is a much higher-growth market than Birmingham, and the median home in each area is priced accordingly to reflect that difference.Even individual markets can vary widely by zip code—properties in a Birmingham suburb like Forestdale are going to fetch dramatically different rents than homes in a neighborhood like Mountain Brook or Vestavia Hills.In any case, let us know what your buying criteria look like, and we can give more pointed recommendations.

This would be a non-issue with a competent listing agent representing you.

Should I do a non refundable or refundable cat deposit? 

You may also be able to check the website to see what they registered your current use as...perhaps your county doesn't default to a non-agricultural use.

., payroll, invoicing for non-rental income), you might want to keep both.Ultimately, it depends on your specific needs:For property-specific accounting, Buildium is likely enough.For broader business finances, consider running both or consulting a CPA to see if Buildium covers all your requirements.

For non-auction properties, I'm assuming the title company can draft the deed of trust and promissory note and record at close?

Remember, the notion of amassing wealth without investing is a dangerous myth perpetuated by self-proclaimed experts.

Hard to discuss real estate investing with non investors.