My biggest issue with the services is the difficulty of obtaining bulk data. 

Hey guys, just wanted to say thanks again for the feedback on this issue.

But, in researching this a bit, with the intention of wholesaling properties to build some cash, I find that there's a lot of debate over whether you can actually wholesale pre-foreclosures once the NOD has been issued, or the NOS.

Here we have 'leave live' agreements with the utility to keep the power on between tenants.The few bucks saved by not having power in your name for a little while can cost much more apparently.I would run the dehumidifier a couple days and revisit the issue with your tenant.  

It opens up equitable title, inspection and failure to close issues for the seller.

No issues for you, just give the details of work performed, and a reasonable cost for the work, broken out in 5-6 categories.  

I have made enquiries with a property management company in Tampa and they have sent me details of their charges and a copy of the agreement.I am only a small investor with 1 property currently and I have a few issues with the rental agreement (I've not committed to this or signed anything) as it seems that the agent (PM) is not responsible for non payment by the tenant, even though they charge for screening the tenant prior to contracting with them.

Generally no set penaltyIf this is an REO, your contract states the bank owes no penalty, either wait or walk, there could be title issues, or just behind.

Kevin,I had the same issue; Washington DC is nearly as expensive as LA.

I think the biggest issue is managing expectation and nail down the value of the property now rather than heartache later.