Feel free to jump in the community here and also take advantage of the treasure of knowledge here.

Perhaps he knows of buried treasure on the property.

Some have a very negative opinion of this form of real estate transaction and have imposed tough laws.For example, in Colorado, the law requires the seller register the sale with the county treasurer office where the property is located.

I'm specifically interested in this from the perspective of acquiring apartment buildings in Washington state.As I understand it, the flow occurs something like this:Acquire LeadLetter of IntentAcquire Finacials (P&Ls)Negotiate OfferUnder ContractDue Dilligence (Rent Rolls, Structure, Title, etc)EscrowManagement ReorgThe part I'm confused about is Due Diligence is likely where the treasure trove of info is going to be, but by the time I reveal that information, I'm already under contract.

The county auditor or treasurer website or office should have an owner on file.  

The memories is what I want to treasure.

If you are patient enough to add your knowledge and guidance to what I have learned on my own, I will be a jewel of an asset in your treasure chest.

An interesting article with some solid facts on the development of oil in ND. http://bismarcktribune.com/bakken/treasure-map-reveals-extent-of-bakken-drilling-activity/article_b8214bf8-c6ec-11e1-a100-001a4bcf887a.html The "Directors Cut" outlines production and expected drilling.

You've made a very good first step: signing up for BiggerPockets.There is a treasure trove of existing information on the site, so keep reading, for starters.Each investor has different goals, you need to try to understand what you and your investors set as priorities.Personally, I choose areas based on 2 main factors:1.

Unfortunately, I have one renewal coming up before the Treasurer sends them out.