Their reports are more expensive so you'll only want to use it on a house where you are sure there is a deal to be had, but the report was extremely detailed and allowed me to find a very transient owner.Just my 2 cents worth, still interested on the opinions of others on this topic.

I'm wondering because of the housing shortage if the federal government is offering some low interest loans for this type of development.

It’s great to hear about your experience with distressed properties and working with investors.

I know someone who would be interested in that in the area.

Hey my names Nick, I just signed up today been following and listening to bigger pockets for a while now and always interested in real estate investing.

It's a great location, high traffic visibility, high-growth area.

It is not on the market but I have an investor who is interested in purchasing it. 

Its easier to do it like you say, look the other way and hope... but it may be better since they are great tennants. 

Work at a bank or hard money firm that makes loans on the types of deals you are interested in.Real estate investing has lots of different facets within it, so getting specific will help you achieve your goals.

Most lenders will likely not lend to a first timer anyways, and if you can find one, they will typically require more down payment, higher fees and higher interest, all of which will make your flip harder to pencil.Second, your flip WILL go over budget, and likely a good amount.