Bacon is more yummy than a Christmas tree, but I bet I'm going to have a whole lot less regulation growing Christmas trees... however, before we even get to that, it's necessary to know that the inquiry is even about bacon v Christmas trees, rather than Bacon v grapes. 

Found this property through our local online foreclosure auction site.

Hi Melissa - Yes, I saw these and I’m leaning towards https://learntitlesearching.comthe content creator is on YouTube there’s  ‘about’ page contact info, phone, email etc.The other class might be fine~ but site is missing ‘about’ info, no contact no name, no phone no number no email- not clear who they are.ALTA is specialized/ costly (I’m requesting  some  cost covered by a job training program) so far I took a few quick low cost basic classes here: Understanding title reports , Basics of Title reports and escrow from online edhttps://www.onlineed.com/catalog?

A good place to get an idea of what they look like is to go to one of the crowdfunding sites.

No, DIY is not the same as a virtual site visit or a study done by engineers @Dana YobstAs @V.G Jason said, you could very likely cost yourself more in time and money.

Your best bet would be to find a portfolio lender whose niche aligns with your investment strategy. 

I saw this site and was so excited to be able to create a team of people to connect with for Real Estate!!!

But I agree, seller's best bet is to buy using a conventional loan if they can qualify. 

You second property will rip I bet.

Check Better business bureau  site for reviews and so many complaints.