The  foreclosure auctions/sheriff sales are high risk and not only because of possible title/lien issues but also as @Jesse T. said there can be defects in the properties that you are unable to account for being unable to see the properties.Basically what i'm trying to say is you need a lot of data when it comes down to these type of sales to try and not lose your shirt and when you aren't 100% sure about a property based on the available data remind yourself to stay away from it.  

Im not sure on the HOA's, my realtor said no HOA but in the Fincl Data Annual Ownr Asoc Fee:$3,108

Ask real questions and thank them for the info they share and thank those that share your information.At the same time, share articles, data, reports - whatever you can share - that has real information in it tied back to your particular area or neighborhood or city.  

It is painted with broad strokes, but it still has some data that could be troubling or encouraging depending on which side of the fence you sit.  

Also, do not make any notes on your records, as that can be used in a court of law and your notes may not even pertain to the data but it could be seen as discriminatory, etc.  

Hey @Patrick Tobin as of now we don't have that feature but you could always add the data manually. 

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There are also proprietary data services which provide stats on individual builders and their projects.

Regarding the realtor, do they have access to this "historical" data which is otherwise restricted from someone like me without a real estate license/MLS?  

Focus in on what the value is based on the data and findings.