Besides Ben Mallah, what are some other resources that I can familiarize myself with to understand the current valuation and the trends? 

Quote from @Brian Bowen: Is there a good free method or resource to find owner contact information?  

If Chick Fil A wanted to go on the site but pay 6k less a year those usually sell for 4 CAPS.

It would be best if you had a timeframe in place for initial reports of uncleanliness or broken items, maybe three days, but the truth is that all complaints are relevant no matter the time.

Guys, any sites or lists to find an SBA loan broker to help me with the possible purchase of a business?

It's also worth mentioning that I already have a good relationship with a wholesaler in town who knows other good contacts, and I am able to use some of these contacts as good resources for general knowledge and learning how it all works.I recently had to close my business of 9 years, and so instead of getting a W2 job or start some other "normal" business, I'd much rather prefer to have house flipping be my primary source of income. 

I see free dirt from other construction sites filling up and now a great lot location.  

Finally, are there any resources: podcasts, books, etc. that you'd recommend?

I’m fairly new to the BP forums and BP site in general, But I have been very active on the podcasts and books stacking education and knowledge in the real estate field. 

.   :-)Mike Sure, if you become interested you can look at their retail site www.helixsleep.com and assume about 50% off retail :)