@Rick Bevilacqua - you conduct a judgment search to attempt to discover those sorts of things. 

Houses are still selling as hot cakes with 30 days on market if priced properly and inventory that has been the same for the last 8 months (new in, old out), so be ready to be very clear on where to focus your search. 

hi @Jonathan Orr, I came across your question in a search, because I'm actually in the same position. 

Make something unique, then get ready to do a lot of additional leg work and searching!

So that I find out doing my own calls to find out why the offers was denied even was just so close from asking price and Im willing to go with second offer, I found out that the place has reserve litigation issue and my agent who I rely on and keep emphasizing how we need to work smart dropped the ball again on me and didn't due enough diligence even he claims he knows how to do property searches etc etc which made me feel its an extra that he has, it was very sample to just ask the listing agent so not to waste my time neither his sending unnecessary contracts...

Start looking at multifamily deals, analyze deals using tools like BiggerPockets, learn about multifamily investing, and network with local investors.Good luck!

Don’t be so quick to search for CHEAPEST cost. 1.

Also, I am starting my property search in case you have any flips your completing.  

DSCR loans open up more opportunities for investors by focusing on the income potential of the property itself.Here’s why DSCR loans are a powerful financing tool for real estate investors:1.

Maximize your leverage.Your job is the ultimate leveraging tool when you're (let's face it) asset poor.