I source all the deals, using virtual assistants (something I've put in place because of my "S" trait) and when we have a good potential lead, she's the one who handles the people. 

Look at when the appraisal was done and virtually always it was prior to 2008.

In some older neighborhoods, virtually every home has had foundation work, so the issue is widespread.  

Has anyone used virtual assistants to call FSBO's or Expired's?

Our Mission Beach duplex has a long track record (it has been an STR since 2000) and pre COVID had a virtual 100% occupancy.  

I hired a virtual assistant after rereading the four hour workweek.

@Chris LinI agree with @Nathan Gesner - it is relatively easy to make a virtual appointment with L & I - you can make the appointment online for a time that works for you and its basically a phone call where they will answer your question.

I've read probably 1000 posts on BP where posters contend that virtually the only difference between a 'wholesaler' and a licensed broker is that a wholesaler uses a contract to purchase and has 'at risk' capital at play and a broker just lists the property.

I use Cozy as my PM Software and Docusign for virtual signatures 

As a builder, and a wife as an agent that only represents our building company, I would say virtual walk through (3D) are great, and knowledge on how to frame features.