If you want to buy directly at the courthouse auctions look for the legal ads announcing the auctions.

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@Jay HinrichsI am not aware of your area but for us the egovernment announces the  annual "cost of living index".

Hey guys,I am excited to announce that I have found two properties that fit my investment goals and now I have to pick one . 

Just announced last week, Q1'19 over Q1'18 saw a 9.5% increase.

This particular county just had an auction a couple weeks ago and they only do 2 per year, so they've told me it won't be until the fall at least, but they don't announce the date until about a month before. 

WYNN announced it will build a man made lake and a new tower by 2020.

@Joe WardWelcome to the vibrant BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

Here's a link to the announcement https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/24...We'd love to meet you and your husband.As always feel free to call if you have any questions.

Apparently they just announced (about a month ago) that the final selection for the OPL is Jackson park, next to the Woodlawn neighborhood.