This is why legal counsel in the state where you own the property or are conducting business is best for opinions on a situation where answers are not clearly defined.Managing 350 properties as one poster mentioned to gross 60k for themselves to me is a bad use of time for ROI.

I'd like to acquire lists for probate and non-owner occupied properties and then conduct my first mailing campaign.  

The county treasurer/tax collector conducts tax sales.

You could also use PropStream or ListSource to pull a list of free and clear properties, conduct a skiptrace to get the owner's contact info, and directly reach out to them.

Hi all,I currently work as a loss control specialist which involves taking photos and conducting property inspections/surveys for insurance companies.

The latter will hold your hand (in a consultative manner) and help you conduct all your due diligence.Keep things in perspective: the turnkey model is nothing new and has been around for a very long time.

If you are new to buying at trustee sales I recommend studying a bit and learning how to conduct due diligence with regard to lien position, IRS liens, property taxes, title issues etc.

He conducted the on-site inspection of the property, sent me photos and was there with the Home Inspector.

California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 3-300 states:"A member shall not enter into a business transaction with a client; or knowingly acquire an ownership, possessory, security, or other pecuniary interest adverse to a client, unless each of the following requirements has been satisfied:(A) The transaction or acquisition and its terms are fair and reasonable to the client and are fully disclosed and transmitted in writing to the client in a manner which should reasonably have been understood by the client; and (B) The client is advised in writing that the client may seek the advice of an independent lawyer of the client’s choice and is given a reasonable opportunity to seek that advice; and (C) The client thereafter consents in writing to the terms of the transaction or the terms of the acquisition."

My question to you all is what do I need to know about my area and where can I conduct my research in the next year to be able to buy with absolute confidence in Jan. 2018?