quick easy tips for running comps, ready go!

[Colton Goodrich]

What's the best way to run comps? 

I don't have access to MLS....how do I access that? can I get access without being licensed as an agent?

Am I wasting my time pulling comps from zillow.Com or realtor.com?

I'm brand new can my fellow pros give me supersweet and sexy condensed tips on best way to get comps?  

I have read the following are good minimum ballparks for getting comps:

Year: /- 1-3 years max
Sq. ft: /- 100-300 or so?
Bedroom/bath count: should be the same
Distance: 1/4 mile radius or so

As well as same stories, construction, neighborhood etc.

Thanks in advance! :)