I do pull title on those and go through it with a fine tooth comb.If I were you, and I was OK with the physical faults with the property, I would just do my due diligence on the title, and proceed with it if comfortable with whats on it.

I've started my direct mail campaign and the phone is ringing.Now What's the best way to determine ARVs and CMAs prior to physically seeing a property?

No investor will touch those numbers after a wholesale profit is calculated IMHO.if you are an agent your best bet is to just help them list it and find a buyer willing to pay retail value/fmv for the property.If you give us more info we can better assist you.

A full owner carry would be the best bet.

I'm looking to add another property that I found, but am short a bit of cash to be able to do an all cash deal on it (I do have some time to get it, ~ 30 days).I think my best bet right now is to refinance either my duplex, or SFR that have no liens on them and use that cash, does that seem like the best option to you all?

And, I'll bet he'll telling his cell mates that he's a "victim."

It's very possible, once you have the right team in place....it doesn't really matter where you are physically located...

Instead I have to physically pick up this triplicate carbon copy thing down at the courthouse.

Probably your best bet is Los Angeles. 

They may be asking $260k, but given the situation I’m willing to bet they would accept a lower offer.