They originally listed at 500k. 

Last year my best deal came from calling the tax delinquent list.

Common sources of such properties include:Foreclosures: Homes that have been repossessed by banks due to non-payment.Distressed Properties: Homes that are in poor condition and need a lot of work.Auctions: Properties sold at auction for below market value.Off-market Deals: Properties that aren't listed on the MLS but are available for sale through direct outreach or networking.The key is to buy a property at a price low enough to ensure that even after renovations, the home will appraise for a higher value.2.

We get inquiries all of the time on Airbnb/VRBO/etc for large group functions at our properties, even if we say in the listing it is not allowed. 

You can find a bunch of lists that mention top amenities such as hot tub, sauna, etc.

If I listed it for $600K, it would go under contract in a week. 

I don't think this is something new, for the past few years I noticed the first 48 hours I post a rental listing I get a few emails asking if I accept section 8. 

Incidentally here's a list of non-recourse lenders you can talk to.

. $8,000 could got you started on a deal, or do a mailing list of some kind.

My last electric split my electrician gave me a list of the big things I needed to purchase and he told me to buy them from an Electrical supply company on EBay that sells all new products and this saved me about $4500.