From my attorney to lenders, each played a vital role in navigating the complexities of the transaction.

Keep in mind that these preforeclosures are being hit up by everyone and their grandmother, so building trust and rapport is vital. 

Networking and education play a vital role in real estate investment strategies, staying informed on market trends, and implementing best practices.

Lines of Credit and Loan Opportunities: Access to credit is vital for real estate investors to purchase or renovate new properties.

So while the proper expertise is vital in a successful ADU project... yes, please do question the tiny house start-up companies, or anyone touting themselves as "ADU experts" without the evidence to back that up.

Moreover, to piggyback off others, $200k in virtually any market means C/D-class unless you have vital information about the area turning around/gentrifying (new development/infrastructure).

Where to go to get all the information an investor may need like for taxes, trends, what's coming, and all other vital information that I would need to even consider making an offer on a property?

Expanding your network requires a multi-faceted approach, combining both digital and traditional methods.

Regardless, it'll be vital to build your core-4 if you plan to invest out of state, I'd recommend reading this article by David Greene: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-tea... 

I'm eager to learn from experienced investors and determine if this multi-faceted approach is feasible or if it's best to focus on one area initially.Thank you for your insights!