And as a follow up how can you get things done cheaper than the other people looking at the same properties....If you don't have answer to these figure that out before looking doe deals...

It is a fairly common misconception that the new student properties are cheaper, when in reality a 3 bedroom 2 bath renting for $700/bed is going to go for $2100/mo without utilities whereas a SFH of the same quality may rent for $1300-1600+/mo.

It turns out they're no longer receiving Foreclosure/NOD info from the county (at least where I live), so all they have is generic homeowner leads--not a good investment.I'm looking for a suitable replacement, that a) doesn't cost too much more (ie. under 50 cents per lead)b) specifically offers NOD and/or pre-NOD (preferably both) with custom zip codes and other criteriaThe ones I've come across that fit this are:- Consumer Data Leads (CDL)- www.yellowlettercomplete.com *- www.yellowletterhq.com ** Note: I plan to create my own yellow letters (as it's cheaper than having them pre-made), but these websites also have options to buy leads.I'm curious, but also skeptical...none of these businesses will say exactly how these lists are obtained (from a broker, directly from the county, etc.).Anyone have experience with the ones cited above, or any others?

  :)Read my paper to avoid buying tough to manage areas just to get cheaper houses. 

Was it hard to get a loan to pick up properties that was now a lot cheaper? 

It's gonna be cheaper but you've got to know how to cook & then you need to clean up when you're done.

Bust out a window, kick down a door, really anything is cheaper than just letting it sit because the door won't unlock. 

I do construction work and buy straight from manufactures, would it make sense for me to buy through homedepot if I can get it cheaper elsewhere. 

You would know what your friend is looking for and if a SFR with a Mother-in-law basement meets their criteria and is cheaper than a Duplex then go for it. 

I agree it being expensive, I've checked the comps and seen better mhp for cheaper....