and the property had a private dwelling value appraisal much higher than the public property appraiser claims. 

My materials come from distributors that don't sell to the public.

Without giving the individual's name, even though once it is filed it is public information, could you post the specifics they are alleging or the case number?

You can usually request this from a title company or look into public records in your county’s clerk or recorder’s office.If you’re not sure how to navigate this, contacting the auction house or a real estate attorney familiar with foreclosure auctions can help ensure there aren’t surprises.

I would also look at the availability of public water and public sewer, if not at the site how far away are those services.

Hello Wade, We have a couple of list providers we use for searching public records for sales with seller financing.

And if not then just go get a public adjuster.

Network in person, see if they have a publication where you can post your deals and what you are looking for, and if there is a larger annual conference for investors locally consider getting a vendor table to talk about your business and what you are looking for.

Agree Google nmls - funny on Facebook where 99% of private lending groups that are public are scam artists you get the "well license isn't required"I reply to this noting that while you are correct in some states - chances of a scammer with a nmls license are less than 1% while those without is 99% on sociale media 

You accused other licensed professionals of giving "totally irresponsible and reckless advice" in a public forum.