Paid platforms often offer additional features like market analytics, off-market property leads, and filters for investor-specific criteria, giving them a leg up over free options.Exactly, most platforms have to offset cost somewhere because of how expensive it is to keep the data up to date.

Otherwise, broker classes that lead to a real license are cheap.If you want to become a real broker, earn a real license.

They market and sell the lead to an end user. 

We use DealCheck to underwrite deals and QuickBooks Online for everything related to accounting and budgeting.

I've found deals in local online groups on Facebook, simply asking people for what I want. 

It’s risky but can lead to significant returns!

It may be helpful:I can give you some general info on insuring the property:Here are some things to look for from an Insurance prospective:1.Any in-ground tanks (active or inactive)2.Any Knob & Tube or Aluminum Wiring3.If built before 1978, does the building have Lead Safe certifications4.Any wood stoves or secondary heating units.

Be very careful who you take advice from online, you should get involved with a local attorney and a local realtor.

Some mentorships include online training, weekly meetings, networking opportunities, tools, and access to speak with other investors/mentees.10.

For example, if your purchase price was $300K and the FMV at gifting is $500K, the recipient's cost basis remains $300K, potentially leading to higher taxes upon sale.You and your spouse can gift up to $38K annually per recipient (under the annual exclusion) without reducing the lifetime gift exemption.