It's one of the hottest markets in the US right now with so much population growth, job growth, and companies moving/developing here (26B Intel headquarters being built here, 68K+ enrollment in Ohio State University, Amazon, FB, Google, Honda, Nationwide, Anduril, etc.).

The most reliable method to locate liens and their positions is to conduct a title search through a title company.

@Kiryl Ulanovich,You're on the right track:Get Pre-Approval from Hard Money Lender – Know your terms and limits upfront.Find a Deal Through a Wholesaler – Verify numbers and ensure it meets your criteria.Review the Assignment of Contract – Confirm terms, earnest money, and contingencies.Conduct Due Diligence – This includes an inspection (if allowed), verifying ARV, and rehab estimates.Submit to Hard Money Lender for Final Approval – Lender will review title, contract, and property condition.Title Search & Clear Any Issues – Ensure a clean title before closing.Close Through Title Company – Finalize funding and take ownership.Consider also lining up contractors early for a smooth transition into renovations.

There are so many fewer properties of that size.A couple of investors who have been tremendously successful with SFH and small multi - Chad Carson, Michael Zuber.

Do you have property managers and contractors who your clients have been using for over a year successfully?

@Andy Ptak when jumping into the industry you have a few choices:1) Start at the bottom2) Leverage your experience to convince someone to give you a chance3) Decide between:--- Big companies who will usually start you at the bottom--- Small companies that will more like to a chance on hiring you for an above entry level position.

You can look at successful STR's in your area and make a list based on photos.  

Luckily, it didn't damage my property.The way it's going with insurance companies, should I eat the $2300 or put in a claim? 

Realtor and Title company were very aware there was an ADU. thank you so much.

You're at the right place to become a successful investor.