I don't like crypto, but I really needed a hard drive for my old laptop...My second best foreclosure find was actually a collection of vinyl records, it was worth enough money to take my crew out for pizza.

This is something crypto came to be for, instant passage of "funds" from part to party, no float. 

. - Yes, HUD has certain requirements that all listing agents must adhere to, but some list agents negotiate different assurances of turn around times, REO services provided that can offset marketing and vendor costs, streamlined process through HUD's approved closing attorney's, etc. 

These tools streamline your analysis and improve your due diligence.Finally, build relationships with sellers, property managers, and agents.

PS - Regarding bitcoin: Lots of people made a buncha’ money on crypto because they took the time to learn about it.

And when it comes to alternative investments - I do invest in index funds, as well as some other stocks and a small amount of crypto.

Fortunately TN is a Deed based state so foreclosures are more streamlined. 

The industry is changing and new services are coming online to help owners and property managers to streamline this process.  

Relocating some part of Californian business to Reno is very smart move by CA corporation to get better tax and more streamlined cost, it does create higher job demand as well.

I would also encourage you to source leads through a software like TurboTenant which will streamline the process, in conjunction with the handouts found in Brandon's book, and likely provide a better applicant pool as your listing is automatically published to multiple rental listing sites.