What resources can I use to find mobile home parks? 

Apart from that, there are gold nuggets from time to time.You might see a new method to try in these BiggerPockets blog posts on how to find deals online and offline:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/8814/72016-55-resources-to-find-real-estate-deals-onlinehttps://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/8814/71506-27-ways-to-find-off-market-and-wholesale-real-estate-deals-offlineHappy deal hunting and reach out if I can help with anything!

The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

I am based out of Austin, TX but would be happy to connect you with some resources in your area for goals 1-3!

@Lawrence RatliffFirst off I commend you for the hustle, the ambition, and the huevos (Spanish for eggs referring to something else) to start your RE pursuits.but ...1) I agree strongly with @Justin R.2) I am not a big fan of any of the so called "rules" but the one that I use as a quick guide on ROI calculations is the 50% rule for lower cost units. 

Friend, you have just embarked on the whimsical adventure of missing the point.While milenials and their ideas have an important place in society, what I took away from Steve's comments to you was that the way in which you conveyed your thoughts seemed superior and egotistical....which doesn't fair well within this BP community, which is comprised of intelligent, creative, resourced, and experienced investors sharing ideas. 

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We had another deal where I needed an appraiser's advice on the area I was unfamiliar with and our Title Company gave us recommendations which I was able to find the help I needed through those resources.  

I have gained a significant amount of knowledge and resources within a short amount of time.

usually they will guide you.if you have a contract signed and are in attorney review, you should have all the contingencies outlined. you should do an oil tank sweep. that costs under $300. if there is an underground oil tank that was not properly decommissioned with permits, RUN AWAY!!