Last advice: make sure to have good records an accurate / current data tape - not every loan is based on lender qualifications and LTV/LTC  - normally, the DSCR (debt service coverage ratio) carries a large weight in the overall risk profile.Much Luck!

I am trying to find some hard data on such things as square foot costs, permit requirements when building out of state and scheduling comparisons.  

Just be very diligent in ensuring those rents are legit.

I want to track monthly data such as: Foreclosure sales, Existing Homes Sales, New Home Building Permits, and Mortgage Loan Defaults.

I tried using ProspectNow but during the demo I asked him to show me a couple of my own listings to see how accurate his tenant data was but it was very unimpressive. 

Hello All,So I'm looking for some personal opinion, preferences, and insight.I'm beginning the search for my second property (first closes on 7/8 hopefully) and I would like to either use the FHA and 3.5% down route to buy more, and purchase a 2-4 unit, living in one side for at least a year, aka a househack,or,I would like to find an area in the Greater Pittsburgh area, SFR, for about $165,000 or less (this would ensure I'm paying less on the mortgage then I currently am while I'm renting, with the intent to make larger payments I'm used to making and paying it down quicker). 

Hello All,So I'm looking for some personal opinion, preferences, and insight.I'm beginning the search for my second property (first closes on 7/8 hopefully) and I would like to either use the FHA and 3.5% down route to buy more, and purchase a 2-4 unit, living in one side for at least a year, aka a househack,or,I would like to find an area in the Greater Pittsburgh area, SFR, for about $165,000 or less (this would ensure I'm paying less on the mortgage then I currently am while I'm renting, with the intent to make larger payments I'm used to making and paying it down quicker).

How can it be ensured that the properties you are bidding on have a marketable title?

I'm certain that your attorney will ensure that it is appropriate and in compliance with the law of your state.  

That will continue to be the case with your transaction providing income to the IRA.I would strongly encourage you to have a qualified CPA or tax attorney review the situation and ensure the IRA is acting in compliance with IRS guidelines.