Ultimately, we (my brother-and-law and me) would like to be able to purchase, renovate and sell-on properties using our own resources, but short term goal is to establish our company first.I found BiggerPockets just by searching the internet looking for real estate networking opportunities.

Do they usually allow inspections of the properties prior to a written offer, or is this one of those situations where I'd be expected to do my due diligence at "arms length" (drive-by, internet research etc), and take a gamble on the condition of the property?

I thought I heard you could go down to the county court house and search through records, but the more I've looked on the internet it seems like you need to have a name or specific address.

I'm in a unique situation where I'm a computer engineer who works from home, so really I can move anywhere that would provide me with a visa and has a good internet connection.I'd really appreciate any feedback that you guys can give me, I've been stressing about this for nearly half a year now.  

I'm not OK with ignorance and would not affiliate with anyone who would perpetuate ignorance to peddle their properties.

I know there is a landlord group in Osceola County, I am not affiliated with them but maybe you can find recommendations for property managers from other landlords. their website is http://www.centralfloridalandlord.com/

@David Kirchhoff search the internet for "New York landlord tenant law" and that should be a good starting point.

What are some of the best ways to find probate properties when the information is not listed on the internet for that city?

(I have no affiliation beyond being a customer)

Unfortunately, having no military affiliation, I don't qualify for a policy.