It was a new-build and it took GL Homes 18 months to build it.

@Josh MellOrder a titles report and Have an attorney review itIf you understand how to do your own title research then you can save a good bit of money.Challenge with PA is the layers of taxes from school to county etc and trying to determine what the amounts owed are.

Can anyone recommend the best places to learn about tax deed investing in NC, particularly in Union County and Cabarrus County (near the Charlotte area)?

That might not be worth it to more experienced investors, but starting out that seems like an easy way to build momentum and have a snowball effect.

Just wanted to get the word out that I'm starting a meetup for BP members local to Martin Count, FL and Saint Lucie County, FL. 

You are building a plan on paper and paper can burn or blow away.

I am now summarizing the key points for managing rental properties to build my systems before launch ( I am strongly considering Rent-Redi software) but I am wondering how I would use this software for client's properties when collecting rent, holding deposits and the like.

This would reduce your monthly living expenses and allow you to build equity.

I live in Broward County and the prices are outrageous.

You can also use the "Build Your Team" function above biggerpockets has to find a tax professional and financial advisors that specialize in working with real estate investors.