The inefficiency of this system makes it risky to rent to tenants without stringent screening processes.Consequently, I have had to adopt extremely strict criteria when selecting tenants.

I would recommend you really take your time selecting the right software.

That easy question to answer will be a really great litmus test in your due diligence toolbox.If you are evaluating a REIT, it would be wise and prudent to do your homework and select the appropriate professional to guide you.

AS we did this for a few decades in a few select counties you would see the same names and same parcels pop up only to be redeemed last minute as you note..

They charge $1000 if you buy one of their pre selected properties.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

It would also be wise to educate yourself on what a good PM does and doesn't do, how they do it, what they charge and why, etc.My book, The DIY Landlord, will be out in December and can teach you how to select or supervise a property manager.

Here's an article with things to consider when selecting a cost segregation company.

Years ago I have sent yellow letters to 1,000 selected addresses in a suburb of Milwaukee.

This doesn’t mean that one can’t SELECTIVELY find “deals” that make sense.