Just wanted to give you that data point.

Yes, bloggers are reporting data, but the market a year ago was most inflated.

You will want to have a CPA ensure it is done correctly. 

How do you conduct inspections to ensure it's not being trashed?

Again, I'm looking for input from other investors to ensure that I'm not missing something or if I need to look at things in a different light.Thanks!

I would highly suggest you get a well inspection before the closing to ensure there are no issues with the well and if there are make sure they are addressed.

I've tried the local sheriff dept and city data with no success.

Investors are getting more aggressive with their tactics to obtain properties, such as knocking on doors, sending out letters, and using data from court records just to find ways to get properties in the area in such a competitive market.

Sounds like that's the path I'll have to go down anyway, but I will just need to ensure the new loan does not have a DOS clause. 

Ask your agent to pull comps to show historically data so you can see that prices are down.