Not rocket science, but you do need to know code, like a right hand twist on lugs, wire snipped, small stuff.

If your friend is proficient in software he should quickly absorb the training needed to bill the correct codes.

. - A Pro account will allow you to lookup any zip code and find people within a radius of that zip.

City code enforcement got wind of it and it triggered a huge code violation.

Hey @Andrew Tudor -- My main source of deals come from code violations and vacant properties.

Only mention it as you said long-term tenant, so he might be older....http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/be-aware-of-heart-disease-risk-factors-before-shoveling-snow-236097051.html

You want to deal with people that actually know the local markets, towns, codes, etc.

If you would like a referral code or more information please let me know. 

It's around $100 a year, including hosting and the domain name, so comprable to other services but much easier (no Html)Hope that helps!

Is it a good idea to ask the mailman and/or code enforcement officer to let me know of any houses they know of that are vacant, for sale by owner, or otherwise potentially a good deal that is practically unknown to other investors?