Thanks for this @Mike Arias I will check them out tonight! 

Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: Quote from @Cody Christensen: Check this article from 4 weeks ago. 

Sit back and collect checks *(or no checks).

If you want to buy REO properties, the easiest way to narrow the market is to check the "lender owned" box on MLS.

I asked AI and suggestions were to check government records and public records so I'll do that, but wanted to see if anyone here has other suggestions.

How to Analyze if Your Home Will Rent Quickly•Check Active Listings vs.

You are out in Cali so it is tough to get a good cash flow deal but if you have a comfort level check out states Like Indiana, Ohio, Florida, Las Vegas, Tenn, Georgi and a few others.Unlike Cali you can still find a decent 2-4 unit in states Like IN, OH and FL for under $250K with rents at or above $1250 a door.

I've still never owned a single family rental property or collected a rent check, but I hope that jumping into development will create opportunities for others to own their own homes and rentals that will serve families for generations.If you want to follow along for more of the journey let's connect.

Here's a link https://www.mass.gov/how-to/check-a-home-improvement-contrac...IMO vetting contractors is important.

(Or check your mid-June statement, it will have interest, insurance and property tax paid to date.