As mentioned no need to hire a private investigator just use an online service to do a background check.

I got the same rate that I would get on any direct booking since they could see the listed price online.

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I don't know your criteria for a good deal, but if you're strictly looking on market for a quad in Raleigh you likely won't find one in the near future that meets what you're looking for.I have been looking in both Raleigh and Charlotte for the past few months and I barely came across any good deals at least online.

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Connecting with local real estate investor groups, attending meetups and conferences, either in person or online, can give you advice + support as well!

If not from CT and there's any networking events or groups online - id love to hear which groups you recommend/ webinars . lastly, any advice on how to properly approach investing professionals as a beginner - would be greatly appreciated. 

Basically you need to know what you are doing in DM or Online for it to work, otherwise, you will spend thousands of dollars without success@Jonathan Krauser.

Hi,What are some on-line list building options? 

You will learn 100x what you would in an online forum and you won't get pitched every five seconds.