And you should do your own public record check for background checks on top of theirs.

Because of that, it appraised like a site-built home and the buyer was able to get a conventional loan.New Question:He’s looking at another similar property in Martinsville .Same setup—a manufactured home on a cinderblock foundation—but this one is classified in public records as Mobile/Manufactured Home.His concern: Will lenders and appraisers treat it the same as the Clayton deal (like an SFR), or will it be limited because of the “Manufactured Home” designation?

Run your own background check and credit check in addition to public search. 

There is a lot of public info out there on their funds and how they are (not) performing.  

The price-to-rent ratios are solid, and there’s steady demand for rentals, particularly in working-class neighborhoods and areas with access to public transportation.

Quote from @Kathy Diamond: Quote from @Ronald Rohde: Yes, I've sold to public entities, you need to have a good product first.

Thus, on a public forum with someone as experienced as yourself, that would be difficult for a service provider like myself not to address and clarify. 

Neighborhood Safety & Appeal• Area: Bruton Terrace, older Dallas neighborhood• Safety: Average; check Dallas PD crime maps for specifics• Nearby Amenities:• Schools: Elementary (5/10), Middle (3/10), High (2/10)• Recreation: Parks, pool, baseball & tennis courts nearby• Shopping: Centers within ~1 mile• Transit: Car-dependent, limited public transit   3.

Common methods include public records for pre-foreclosures, probate, tax delinquent properties, and absentee owners; online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and specialized lead apps; networking with wholesalers, real estate attorneys, and other agents; and driving for dollars to spot distressed properties.

Jot down the addresses, then use public records to find the owner's information and reach out to them directly.2.