Maybe some of the locals here can help to identify some of the better performing markets right now?

Kidding aside, time is money, especially in a flipping business where you are still juggling other jobs, you have to focus on $200/hr work, not $20/hr work.Also, do your homework and identify the best areas and price ranges for flipping.

Where can I find an analysis that shows cities/regions that are identified as being those for "good cash flow" vs "bad cash flow"?

I agree that lot of people will post everything on Facebook without thinking, and people will put everything on there, I-phone and when they lose it, they will blame the world that someone stole their identify when it was their fault to start with.Joe Gore

If you can identify the property, contact the seller.

If it can then look into doing a minor subdivision which should be rather easy as it's in the city's best interest to identify each improvement as an individual lot/residence.Certainly check on utilities and make sure none are shared, if they are you'll have additional expenses if sub-divided.Can each property have it's own entry/exit?

Rosettes in trim are simple to add, custom made that identify your work, appraisers will catch on, do quality work and your brand will be recognized.Specialize as Brian H does with nice houses in good school districts, this is a neighborhood or location niche.Your niche can be simplifying the process, by strategy, seller financing, lease-option, direct bank loans available, you're specializing in a market of certain buyers that may otherwise have a hard time going conventional.Services to other investors or lenders, simply find a need and fill it.

Identify what is the most common sold property and how long it takes for said properties to sell.

Whats the general rule of thumb when it comes to investment properties that are identified as commercial (more than 4 units)?

I'm researching possible heirs / relatives to identify who is the Executor.In Philly they don't have an on line system.