Instead of deflating my savings and rental homes reserve funds I decided to use two of my credit cards that have zero interest for 12 months and I paid that excess 10k so that older gentleman could have the title...

We made a bit less than we "should have", put all the repairs on credit cards and used up our 30k in savings (stressful!!!)

I need to ramp up a LinkedIn profile, have someone help me with business card design, etc. 

HomeSearch.com won't give any more information, until you register and let them put a hold on your credit card for $2500 to qualify for bid.The friend also mentioned, without looking at interiors he can guarantee that this house need new paint and new carpets for sure, but he can get us better idea on rehab cost later today.Few questionsHow do you bid on this without looking at the interiors?

You can buy a new access card the next time you need to repeat the process.As others have said, google voice is a great temporary option, if you have a phone and can get it set up.

For instance, the elderly are going to look at your flashy nice card very differently than a young millenial.

You could track down the owners using public records through the Public Trustee or Tax assessor (not sure if you have property taxes where you are) and write or send a post card expressing interest in buying the property.

The owner is offering a $100 gift card to walmart if you keep your vehicle parked in your own driveway this month and if they get a contract on the property.

Some people are having problems with contracts, others with over extending themselves, facing cost overruns, maxing out their credit cards, some are having problems dealing with tenants, etc.

I always carry cards.