I have called to several code offices here in Birmingham area and no-one has a list of distressed properties that have code violations...that might be scheduled to be condemned, torn down, over grown lawn etc.

I agree with Charles, sending out lots of offers is just silly (although that's what some of the so-called gurus promote).

Although I don't know this for sure, I'm pretty confident that Appraisors operate by some kind of "Code Of Ethics" and you will be bound by it.You should find out and read it carefully.

You are a newbie, but you're promoting a website that gives real estate advice.

The alternative is brand marketing when a company promotes a brand but does not offer a specific deal, call to action, etc.John Corey

I hopped online and searched the subdivision for the out-of-state owners of pre-existing homes in the community, and sent letters promoting our new homes in the same area.this way also works if you have found specific properties that appear vacant...The drawback to this, of course, is if you have no direction for *which area* you're looking, and are only looking for absentee owners.

If the profits come from finding great deals why focus on anything else if you lack time.Many of the "gurus" promote this silly idea, but how many hours can a person possibly spend "doing deals", whatever that means.

He said that if people wanted to find managers who are well educated in PM and who tend to follow ideas similar to what Mr Landlord promotes the NARPM is the way to go.I have been to th NARPM site so have an idea of the group's focus.What would you say sets property managers who are members of NARPM apart from other residential proeprty managers.Thanks in advance,John Corey

You need to speak to some one in the codes office where you are doing your rehab.Hope this helps.rdinvestors

That is likely almost the worst case if the damage is not extensive.When refurbishing the present structure be aware that major work might force you to bring the whole building up to present code.