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Is one better over the other or do you just get the data from the source directly (gov pages)?

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So depending on what your investment goals are and what type of properties (Class A through C/D) and where in the city you want to buy, that can directly impact the level of stability one can find within the market here. 

For the most accurate yearly tax figures, you can check directly on the Spartanburg County tax assessor's website.

I do not recommend paying any upfront fees, unless it's with a large bank that typically requires a good faith deposit on larger transactions.

As I understand, landlords there cannot charge application fees, security deposits and evictions are VERY challenging.Have communicated with several PMCs and investors in Ohio market and not aware of any real differences from Michigan. 

Annual fee $25.PenFed - max 3 other properties, 89% LTV Regions- yes HELOC but no LOC SCCU Florida 70% LTV, 6.25% interest only, not LLC Sound CU "non-owner occupied HELOC, capped at $150K and interest rates are prime + 2%, 3% or 4%, based on credit, not to exceed 70% ltv.”TD Bank TIAA Direct was EverBank Tower FCU, all states except TX, max 45 DTI, green card ok.

If you're not using Hard Money and the property won't qualify for conventional financing, then you'd probably need to locate private money or if you have friends with IRAs, they can be self-directed to invest in real estate.

If you enjoy direct involvement and have time to manage, self-management can work.