Again, you get what you pay for so don't expect lots of coding, but I can put a pretty okay site together and fix minor things in my spare time.

I am not sure about AZ realtor code of ethics but national boards would suggest DISCLOSURE!!!

Many areas have lists of properties that do not meet code.

Your area may have a list of properties with code violations or fire damaged properties.

Newer zip code for Edmond

You can then take a large map and color-code each block using this info, or put it in a spreadsheet.

Most won't do it but some realtors will give you their access code to the MLS.

Some of the reading I have done talks about following up with the Code Enforcement officials in my area to find houses that are under the Code Enforcement process.

You can find the state statutes for the tax deed sales here:http://law.justia.com/codes/north-carolina/2005/chapter_105/gs_105-374.htmlIn general - All tax sales are by competitive bid.

I'd love some feedback on what I've done to date and how I can improve my chances of landing a deal.OperationsSetup Zoho CRM to track leadsPurchased large absentee list for top 30 zip codes for real estate transactions (~2000 names)Hired 2 people to hand write lettersHired 2 people to hand write and post bandit signsSetup email automation softwareDirect Mail activities1/6 - sent 80 letters (to potential investors)1/7 - sent 100 letters1/8 - sent 200 letters1/9 - sent 156 letters1/10 - sent 100 letters1/12 - sent 65 letterstoday - sent 52 lettersResults --> 22 phone calls, 3% response rate, mostly to remove from list, two people were "curious" (see below)Craigslist ActivitiesSent ~2k emails to FSBO ads asking if they would take a discount for an all cash offerResults --> no dealsThis weekSend 700 more lettersContinue with craigslist (maybe a different tactic?)