It often takes new organizations similarly long times to get that sort of information.

Instead, shut off the water to the toilet and place a sign on the door "Art exhibit: Non-functioning bathroom."

Secondly, calendar and email functions/apps on computers and smartphones provide great records and a log.

Pairing that with relationship-building will help you uncover off-market opportunities and find local experts who can guide you.For meetups, here are a few ideas:Indianapolis Real Estate Investors Association (Indy REIA): They have a mix of virtual and in-person events and are a good starting point for networking with other investors in the Indy market.Louisville Real Estate Investors Group (REIG): A similar organization for the Louisville market, with educational and networking opportunities.Check out BiggerPockets Meetups: Many cities have local meetups organized by investors active on BiggerPockets, and they often include virtual options.Facebook Groups: Look for local investing groups like "Indianapolis Real Estate Investors" or "Louisville REI."

If she's 70 and still working, my guess is it is not a high paying job and she should have some pension she's also getting.As Kevin mentioned, there are a lot of charitable organizations that will help people out in this situation, especially if they are seniors. 

Look for dated properties in great neighborhoods or homes with functional but unappealing layouts that you can modernize.A live-and-flip strategy offers some unique advantages but comes with challenges.

The PadSplit platform should be used as a resource/tool but please engage with the people in the organization.

They're pretty organized, but expect annual inspections and some extra paperwork. 

I’m still working toward my first deal too, but I’ve been learning that tracking maintenance and expenses is all about staying organized from the start. 

If they’ve been around for a while, the club organizers or others in the room will know them.