Sometimes you can search the online county records for this information.In addition, I believe it is required by all states that the individual counties must publish (in a public publication) the list of all properties that will be auctioned off on the courthouse steps (this would include all foreclosures).  

How much they are able and willing to pay is huge, and in some areas, it is literally a matter of a few blocks' difference.

But I want to hear from individuals on the forum as well.What are you looking for in an agent?

Practices are way off, the investor is correct, it is not industry standard, collecting 50% puts me on a red flag, if a sub asks me for 50% down, it takes me 5 seconds to block their number.

I did some things right with that first rental (scheduling an open house instead of individual appointments, for example, and screening applicants) but there's definitely room for improvement.

For most people investing in real estate it is a long slow process that takes what you might view as a life time.Many individuals beginning set lofty monetary goals that are not realistic.Your goal should be to...................

@Harley Jean-Jacquesas a non licensed individual I would1.

Then, suck it up and go speak with the individual or individuals who spoke about the strategy that you found interesting.  

@Jake KnightI do know of companies and individuals that do really well at wholesaling, but it can be difficult to sustain as you have to do it every month, but if you have integrity and do it right, and build a SYSTEM, I have seen it sustained and can be a good model.  

Places such as Kensington can really be block by block but although there are certain blocks that are slightly more attractive in Port Richmond, the main attribute driving the pricing there is the proximity to Fishtown.