If they are:Find out the address of property for compsFind out what existing loans are on the property including monthly payments and interest rates.If there are any tenants currently living in property.Any liens against the property.Is there anything else I should ask?

Questions that come up frequently and the answer that addresses directly the question.

If they find him, you can also get the address and send the police over to question him about the appliances.

I suspect that no new investor is going to come up with a fresh idea that is not already covered in at least 1 if not two RE books.People have addressed the idea put forward here.

What have you guys found is the most efficient way of making offers?

Do you try to be on your computer and type in their address into a website to get comps while you're on the phone before you make the offer?

I'm open to all opinions and suggestions here, as I'd like to make the process more efficient than it currently is.Thanks,Vic

Joe,I was not trying to address any tax issues.

Susan,The FHA loan in question is called the 203k loan---will set that aside because of your stated reservations (other then lead paint removal, all improvements that would be required by HUD would be for energy efficiency).

Check the public records to see if an address is listed for the lender.