Han Oh yeah definitely you are right especially these days .Did a quick search on Redfin and small homes look to start at $120k now on MLS.Which is still much cheaper than LA or OC countries .. but still .

The realtor can/should identify possible homes that might fit the criteria of the buyer - assuming you're going to retain them as your buyer's agent - and then arrange for *you* to view the homes.

Search for those that allow non accreds they are out there.in our world we do ONE note one investor and you don't have to be accredited.. although usually a waiting list to get a note but they get filled in 30 to 45 days..

Just keep searching.

I would go to Foremost's website and search for an agent by zip code. 

I had identified a few properties on the list of interest with a non-redemption strategy in hopes to initiate foreclosure after the 2 year redemption period, here in New Jersey, thereby acquiring a property or two with future plans to fix and hold or flip, etc. 

Search for independent studies vs. those funded by the window industry (who push the use of UPVC due to profit margins). 

Hey BP fam!! Can anybody recommend an accountant that specializes in real estate investing?
Preferably in the Chicago-land area but will consider out of state also.
Thanks! :)

But searching around for about half a year found a guy to who it was worth the hassle.

I'm working on finding my first deal, sadly down here there aren't really any house-hacking opportunities so I've been searching for years now.