I moved from Columbus Ohio to build for clients and investors and sell it's the best market in the country. 

Is there a resource whereby I can run a search for, say, the last 6 months or 12 months for all properties that were purchased "off market", not listed by an agent. 

I own and manage 14 single family homes, all occupied nearly 95% of the time (stable rental market in my area), and currently analyzing a deal and figured why not ask for more input from all of you!

Possible perhaps but I don't think probable.While there have been some exceptions and special programs that perhaps pay a bit more than market rent, I don't think it is that common.

My exit strategy is to refinance ASAP when all the work is done to a 30 year fixed as the property is off market.

Here are a few things to consider..Work for an Established Wholesaler:Consider finding a reputable wholesaler in your local market and offering to work for them.

a few reactions:-it's going to be very, very tough to make a great return on RE as a beginner in this market. 

You should open a Fidelity account and deposit your money in a money market fund (SPRXX).

The market looks great now because so many investors are pumping money into that market.

It hot markets like Charleston, offers requesting this usually dont fly unless youre buying a property thats just sitting for some reason.