I guess they have to crunch the numbers and that takes time.https://us.spindices.com/index-family/real-estate/...Zillow has a feature that allows you to search and city and crunch your own data.

And so long as you rehab them to rent-ready standard (ie. efficient use of funds), guess what also happens during downturns?

And I guess I might as well just show up one night for a few drinks to see what the place is like. 

My guess is that assuming the quality of the list is maintained I will be mailing those initial houses and any new ones for a long time before the well is tapped. 

My guess is that assuming the quality of the list is maintained I will be mailing those initial houses and any new ones for a long time before the well is tapped.

I guess that was part of learning curve.

I believe real estate investing is one of the best ways of doing this.In short, My long term goals center around:Health: My well-being, Relationships (Everyone in the world) and their healthLearning: Education and Growing experiencesAdventures: TravelWealth: Reinvesting in Real Estate BUT (secret #1) I believe my highest purpose is; To love others and enjoy my journey, as well as help others love and enjoy their journey, no matter their circumstances.

FlemingYou must build up your educational foundation before you start any new endeavor.

As someone new I think education is key I am new as well so take this with a grain of salt.

@Marshall Leipprandt I guess my quickly-put strategy would be to put 20% down on property, with as little Reno as possible, maybe 10k max, and rent out for as long as it makes sense.