Many banks do not run municipal searches and therefore can still finance the deal despite missing COs and no permits.Whether a buyer/borrower would take on the property this way is a different story.

And any quick search will give you the info you need.

Or what software/company do you use to obtain background checks on your tenants ?

My company long and foster offer great referral program.

Find a rockstar agent - through BiggerPockets, Meetups, internet search and referrals you can find a realtor that regularly work with off-market distressed property.

Good luck in your search!

Well, first you find a deal that you can actually wholesale, then you approach the title & escrow company.

You can definitely create a pm company like you mentioned.  

To be honest the profit from real estate sometimes way higher than the salary while you're on your 'stuck company' during h1/greencard process.

Interview a couple different companies if you can.