Here are some topics just for example...1) Invest in areas like CA or FL with high property values.

I have read some articles online as well as TV show recently indicating that it's good time to invest land in Lancaster and Palmdale, CA.

Here in CA we have a "Notice of Default" and we have "Notice of Trustee's Sale" and neither are considered "notice of foreclosure".

Complete newbie to wholesaling, though I have read multiple books regarding the subject. As you read this post, you can think, and begin to notice that it is your experienced knowledge which will help me produce a win...

BTW, in my State, California, it is not automatic that a property will be probated when the owner dies.

Maybe that's OK, but you've legally transferred owner ship to C. A

I've done it in DC, Va, and Ca online in Va never had a problem.

The only exception is if the death was due to AIDS.In California, a death must even be disclosed to potential renters, not just potential buyers.

My experience with mixed use props in CA is that they are about the hardest to finance of all improved property so the owner's exit plan ought to take this into consideration; so should a buyer.

Nate Smith - why not visit your local county recorder's office (and neighboring ones as well, if needed) and see if they've issued any other loans (via mortgages they've received from borrowers) in your area.