I think their prices are fair and their site is very user friendly.  

based on my initial evaluations it looks like a VR would generate more cash flow but I am making some assumptions on the vacancy rate and not sure how accurate they are.  

(Don't use it much these days) @Brandon Turner really encourages you to add at least a picture.

Real Estate Rewind Starting overhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/real-estate-rewind-a-biggerpockets-community-bookGood Luck Paul 

During that time I'll get my RE licence and begin raising funds for fix and flips / buy and holds by building a strong traditional wholesaling and wholesaling lease options business.Any advice, referrals,....words of encouragement?...

Also read Brandon Turners book as he describes a lot about money partnerships that may help generate some ideas.

Real Estate Rewind Starting overhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/real-estate-rewind-a-biggerpockets-community-bookGood Luck Paul 

Obviously a big consideration for the building is the layout and functionality of it for smaller users.

If you have the borrower's SS# and loan #, that may be enough to generate the payoff demand.If the senior lien goes into foreclosure (after the notice of default is filed), I find the foreclosing trustee services to be better (and faster) than the lender at dealing with successors-in-interest.  

Once you have a good feel for the area how do you go about pinning down the areas that you think could potentially generate the most leads or have the best deals?