I started working on my real estate license and completed all the courses and now Im getting ready for the test.  

You won't find that the MLS instantly opens the door to investments you couldn't find on Zillow, but it does help you learn your market by looking at historical data.

I think the title company would also have accepted our personal check with the bank guarantee, but didn't have to test those waters.Sometimes small town life has its perks.

If it passes that test then go pay for an inspection.All that should cost around $300-600 I'd imagine.- I'd suggest you find a local real estate atty if you want some documents to get it written up in with.

@Ken RishelBest I can tell, they are forgetting at least Galveston County in TX in that publication;https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1501-20490-5921/fema_p85_apndx_g.pdf

This includes a spouse (if either meets the above test, they are considered first-time homebuyers).

Where can I find reliable data on the renter's market?

Testing side by side is the way to determine what is the best marketing.

City-Data

Must have a plumber run some tests.