A platform that updates their data daily or weekly is covering a staggering cost in order to provide that to the end user.

But perhaps you would be better served helping a local experienced investor find deals and ask them to show you exactly how they analyze deals, what's good vs bad, how do they finance (debt vs equity) etc etc and understand their business model that has a proven track record by providing value to them.

I can only speak to Milwaukee, but on average the three distressed properties I have purchased over the past ten years have appreciated an average of 200% all while providing steady cash flow.  

Hi Andrae, the simplest and most risk-averse way to get started investing outside of your local area would be to contact TurnKey providers in the markets you are most interested.

First off, has the developer provided you with a term sheet (not a commitment) from a bank showing they'd lend 75% LTC on a mixed-use development?

The right agent will have worked with Canadians before, will have lenders set up that can work with Canadians and will have a seamless process for management.Not only can an agent set you up with a GC, property manager, lawyer, insurance broker, inspector and everything else you need, they can analyze deals and put numbers in front of you.Your job as an investor is to vet the vendors they are providing and double check their analysis.  

I would look FAR AND WIDE for someone to do an investment property HELOC -OR- go to a bunch of banks and CUs (including who you bank with now) to find someone to provide an unsecured (or secured if you have other collateral) LOC to get rid of the high int debt.

Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!

Happy to connect and chat to provide further insight! 

Feel free to DM me and I can provide some further guidance and put you in touch with someone.