And lots of data. 10 million listings worth of data per day to be exact.What is actually happening?

You can use software like propstream or something similar to pull lists of all 2-4 unit properties in your target areas.

The mortgage shop will do them but they have to be above 450 sq Ft I believe 

Hi Keith,Each methods of deal sourcing – from door knocking, driving for dollars, direct mails, cold calling, agent sourcing, county lists, auctions to on market- deals – come with advantages/disadvantages but they all work. 

Looked through Zillow and sent a list of interesting properties to the realtor that helped me get my second home.

Hey Michael, honestly I’m just getting my feet wet and combing through different listings just to find a deal.

Be on the board, send market reports on sales even if the listing wasn't yours. 

Purchased this single family home listed on the market for 650k.

Sometimes, different lenders have different rules or ways of doing things, so it might be worth shopping around a bit.

Look for properties in community resorts and check out real estate listings and local agents for guidance.