Try to focus on properties that were built after 1960The reason for this is because the foundation of the property is likely made from poured in concrete or block construction.Poured in concrete is favorable because it allows for less water penetration into the basement.The mechanicals of the property are likely more in line with today's building code.

I live in a county where there are quite a few decent looking abandoned homes and can never get far finding the owner and trying to find value on MLS is rough!

Try interviewing at least three managers.1.

However, if you think it's better to invest more heavily in this area, especially when trying to secure off-market deals, I'm all ears.

My advice would be try to pick a marketing strategy that is unique if possible.

Have you checked to make sure no one else has tried to access your account? 

But depending on if you are trying to target the higher opportunity areas or some mid teir areas.

Always try to run the numbers side by side with the two scenarios (as is, vs. the cash-out refi + new property) and look at the bottom line of each - typically the best way to do it.Also - any reason why you are committed to someone "local"?

Good Evening,I’m trying to find renters for my house hack.

Yes a judge can still proceed with the sale even with a suggestion of BK and the only way a judge can stop it typically is if the borrower files a temporary restraining order, which lasts 15-30 days and must be a valid reason - the reason of "I am going to file BK" is not a valid reason to give a TRO as the borrower can file BK and then has time to complete submitting their plan.