Search the BP for ADU appraisals to encounter numerous examples.

What I mean by that is when the appraiser goes out to the property to do the appraisal he’s going to search county records if they did any permits.

To find a pre-foreclosure home, buyers can search popular websites that pick up feeds from an aggregator or they can pay for the feed.

Like others have stated, their price is not always the best especially if you use cashback sites and/or search for coupon codes for other sites.

And before getting too far along in the process it might be worth doing a title search to check on any potential liens on the property.

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

Good luck with your search!

It doesn't happen much and probably won't be a process lenders go through in a systemic search until we hit closer to double digit rates on those 2 and 3% loans. 

Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

You can also find real estate investing groups through meetup.com, Facebook, or a Google search.