Extra points for community redevelopment.Ultimately though, don't sweat too much about the data.

I did start a spread sheet to track where I've sent letters, how much I've offered and pulled some data from Zillow and Redfine so when I do get a deal I can see how valid their estimates are.

I imagine changing it could affect my mortgage and insurance as well but want to explore all options and make the best practical and financial decision. 

They have a data base where you can purchase liens/deeds through their relationships with banks and hedge funds. 

I strongly follow the abundance mindset and believe the more I share the better I am for it.Over the past 6 months, I have explored the parking niche with great enthusiasm.

That beings said, if someone is house hacking and decides to take a trip to explore other markets, even a Motel 6 may seem like overkill for the scale of the business.

@Brian Walters I use Propstream to get my data! 

There’s an additional cost there, but if I was you, I’d consider fronting that cost in advance so you have strong data to evaluate your potential investment properties with.3.)

What data points are your lenders expecting?

Have you explored the option of conventional lending?