So I was out driving for dollars the other day and came across a vacant house (notices on door). I walked up to the property to take a peak and the neighbors were out on their porch and they asked if I needed help wit...

I am in the "educational" phase and using this website to gain as much knowledge as I possibly can. 

Another concern I have is short term rental regulation (possibly?)

I'd primarily be looking for candidate properties through my Agent/MLS and also off market properties available via wholesalers in the area.As I begin this process, I will building my team and will be looking to get referrals on general contractors, a lawyer, and title company, as well as networking here on BP and at local meetups to find possible sources of capital, JV partners, and potential off market deals.   

Pre-foreclosure should be getting a postcard once a week if possible. 

I had a real estate broker license for about 30 years but I never did that full time.Always remember to do the math analysis on your prospects and try to look at them before you make an offer or at least have a clause in the sales contract that allows you the time (usually about 15 days) to make a detailed inspection of the subject property and possibly back out of the deal without a penalty that will excessively hurt you.There is so much to say to you but I am bound to forget something.  

Isn't it possible to own raw land that also has a ground rent? 

Here are some of my favorite things:1- Listen to as many podcasts as possible.

I do believe that you need to still be living in the home in order for a cash out refi to be possible.

When looking at a possible property to invest in, sometime the pro-forma provided doesn't show accurate information.