Expand my search to some metros even if it doesn't have a direct flight from SFO.This is also going to be something I will act on in 6 - 12 months as I gather more information and visit some of the places I narrow my search down to

Typically, as I'm searching for further acquisitions, I don't even consider deals that won't return at least a fast 300%, with no further CapEx, just by clipping-and-flipping.

I suggest you enter private money goldmine in search botton at top right of the screen and read the previous posts....here is one that gives good perspective as well as a link to legitimate private lenders.http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/92/topics/1488...

My only concern is searching for the rent to value "1% rule". 

I was doing some general forum searches and saw this. 

And for example if they see a property was taken back by the bank and is not shown on the track record as a huge loss, then that is another type of red flag.Internet searches can also be done on the sponsor looking for lawsuits, etc.

My name is Chad, I am a renovation construction PM professionally, currently starting a search to find/ invest in some Indianapolis and local area fix and flip projects.

I created lists, searched virtual markets and was able to skip trace all of these for free...or so I thought.

With online access to almost every jurisdictions property recordings, lenders today use software that automatically searches property transfers for transfers involving their loans.  

Hi Steve,Welcome to BP.There are several Meetups for Real Estate investors in Albuquerque.I suggest you go to Meetup.com and search.