Even better than income tax form a idealogical point of view (mine at least).Those own more property and use more public services by operating the properties should pay more.

Ah, just the beginning of long distance landlording.....if I were to do it and felt that I needed that info, I'd call the local public housing authority and tell them I was considering buying a property and putting it under section 8, then I'd ask, on the average how long does it take for a 2bdr/3 bdr to be filled.

There's nothing at all wrong with being a casual observer or private networker, but by engaging publicly, people can come to know and trust you, which goes a LONG way towards helping you build your business.in Chris' case, he is also diligent about advertising -- both in our newsletter and on site.

Some people are getting confused with Federal Tax laws/Publications and State Liability Law.

Section 10131.1(b)(1)(C) of the CA business and professions code says you need a license when:""The making of eight or more loans in a calendar year from the person's own funds to the public when those loans are held or resold and are secured directly or collaterally by a lien on residential real property consisting of a single dwelling unit in a condominium or cooperative or on any parcel containing only residential buildings if the total number of units on the parcel is four or less. ..."

I'm not sure about the law changes, but I believe this IRS publication still applies: http://www.irs.gov/publications/p523/ar02.html (see "excluding the gains")

I don't know how it is in California, but owner info is public record here where I live in Hawaii, so you could easily get the info and contact the owners or write them a letter.

If someone dies without known heirs, probate is usually done by the public administrator of the county of last residence.

Quite frankly the U.S public is for the most part totally unaware of just how bad things could get if these problems are not addressed.

It's unreleased to the general public for now because we want to get a ton of our clients finished successfully before we actually release it, but if you are interested please contact me.