The ugly truth of it is Professional Landlord organizations are reallocating portfolios right now, dumbing garbage on market for MFH because it's known novice investors and novice realtors are snatching them up, and we just shake our head and make bet's on how long until we buy them back in default at 70 cents on the dollar.

To the expenses question:vacancy - I usually assume one month, or 8.33% cost for vacancyrepairs & maintenance - The rule of thumb that seems to be most popular is to estimate that you will spend 1% of the property value each year on maintenance. 

But I bet there are a ton of doors waiting to be knocked in the Tampa Bay area that won't have any direct competition. 

You can bet that if a sub doesn’t show or messes something up, it’s gonna be your problem to resolve.

@Max Amillion I would probably try to check with other investors in your investment location to see what brokerages are popular.

I think your best bet is to find a local agent and team that is familiar with working with Investors. 

I know VRBO/AirBnB have an abundance for the area we had our properties and yes overwhelming but obviously very popular sites for travelers to go to. 

Hi @Harvey LaCountTo find probates your best bet is to go down to your local county courthouse and ask them for the most recent probate lists.

Best bet is to get creative or look in tertiary markets (which are hit the hardest in recessions).Hope this helps a bit.

@Dalia Linden That's an easy one Dalia just key that into google; bet there is a bunch of them!