Please Help me with my Criteria

[Jason Appel]

Hi All,

I hope you are doing well and staying safe during this unprecedented time. 

I has been using this time to try and finalize my criteria down to the specifics. In this search, I have a few questions I was hoping some of you can answer for me.

1. when researching a potential market, what websites do people use in order to see the appreciating areas, crime rates, schooling, shopping etc?

2. When trying to generate leads, how do YOU find your leads? If with an agent, what approaches can you take to ensure your agent is one who is good for an investor?

3. In using county websites/ finding names of homeowners: what ways can I improve my searches for the names of the homeowners. and how can I tell if they own it "free and clear." What keywords should I look for when I am looking up this information?

4. Are there resources to accurately assess the vacancy rate of a city?

Thank you in advance for all for your help!

Stay safe and healthy,

Jason