And best part, it doesn't cost you a dime in interest, right.

If after adding the additional monthly recurring costs (electricity, gas, water, internet, insurance, lawn care, snow plowing, etc.) to the standard long-term costs (Mortgage, taxes, regular insurance, etc.) the property won't net at least $100 if I can get the average rent I see on FF for that area, then the property isn't worth more investigation.

It's free, go to the top of the page and click AGENTS or PROPERTY MANAGERS and they might be able to point you in the right direction 

Feel free to connect, happy to chat, happy to help you if I can, and look forward to seeing everyone out on the field!

Feel free to reach out if you need my services. 

@Austin Carr I don't know of any local groups who analyze deals in person, but I host a free session each Saturday at 4:00 P.M.

What would it cost to hire PM?

While I have not gone through the process for a PA Sheriff Sale purchase, if the borrower had a free and clear property, I would lend against that free and clear property and the borrower could use those funds at a sheriff sale.   

All the soft costs plus impact taxes. 

In this scenario, the builder typically constructs the property at cost and provides transparency by sharing invoices and costs from subcontractors.