I found this property through my network of local real estate professionals and direct outreach.

For most, this isn't a realistic option so they update some of the most important regions themselves and copy the data from other providers where they don't have coverage.This is a big problem with these big consumer-grade real estate analytics platforms—you don't really know the source of that data, its frequency, etc.

There are SO MANY sub-niches to dealing with distress real estate.

I’m temped to order an appraisal this month, or does that seem like over kill and do you recommend I sit back and trust the real estate process?

We value the opportunity to work with clients and partners in the real estate community.To address @David Ramirez' suggestion, if any title issues are found, the earnest money is fully refundable.

To me the biggest takeaway is that as real estate professionals, we always talk about location, location, location.

I’m passionate about real estate and am working towards building my investment portfolio, with a goal of acquiring five rental properties over the next five years.I’m here to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced investors, and share knowledge along the way.

As a VA, you’d want to build on that by getting familiar with tools that real estate professionals use.

Quote from @Burke Atkerson: With over a decade of real estate investing experience and over 100 flips, I now provide private money & hard money loans.

@Adam M.The cost for a real estate tax accountant will vary based on location, experience, education and other factors, just like any other professional.