Obviously you are a minority - based on my anecdotal experience. 

Maintaining continuous communication and being meticulous in supplying the documentation that their Underwriter requests are essential for a speedy closing with Metro Flippers.

My wife and I are based in Florida and work as non-profit business consultants.

I've looked at First American/Data Tree and a couple of others but they seem pricey especially considering the search and records limitations on the base plans. 

A bunch of base hits, or one big grand slam, will all equal up to wins in the end, we rather just not risk swinging and missing big.

This is based on the true value of what the cash/cost in the property (DP, Cash Flow and equity) is buying in property value.This is an example of the compounding effect Albert Einstein referred to as "the greatest invention of the 20th century". 

I know a realtor that I respect and feel will help guide me but I am hesitating to sign as I have already started communications with several new build sites. 

While most municipalities do not possess an interative map as easy to use, once you famiarlize yourself with the base zoning districts that allow the 2-4 unit buildings, relying on the local zoning maps will help direct you to the specific areas within the municipality that possesses the proper zoning.

I own a local short term rental property management company based out of the Jersey Shore.

They have great paints, consistent colors and consistent bases and can mix up pretty much any color from another manufacturer.