One item of note is that -- nationwide and across all product types -- we are seeing very elongated valuations delays.

Outstanding place to invest outside of CA.

I work for a lender based in Austin, TX but we lend nation-wide.

You could take this nationwide and with your interface get 99% of the market!) 

Lease payments received shall be applied in the following order: outstanding dishonored check fees, outstanding late fees chargeable to Tenant, outstanding legal fees & court costs, outstanding utility bills that are the Tenant’s responsibility, damages caused by Tenant, collection agency fees, and lastly rent.

Ours is corporate and nationwide so I know don't know how much my firm pays.

The EPA law is federal and nationwide, each state may be able to incorporate additional systems and requirements above and beyond but they all must meet the federally mandated EPA requirements.

I would suggest a source big enough to gather nationwide data, so the gatekeepers. 

It is because property prices are so high that the return has historically been outstanding. 

Knowing what is included can help you determine if the price is reasonable.Are there any liens or outstanding debts on the property?