I agree with Tim, this idea sounds like a nice hobby but as fast as the market is moving here in SA, the data will become obsolete pretty quick imo.Ask yourself is this the best use of your time and resources?

From what I’ve gathered, it’s crucial to connect with local agents and attorneys since they often learn about foreclosures before they even hit public records.It also helps to keep an eye out while driving—homes that appear neglected or have been vacant for a long time often signal a pending foreclosure.If you're considering this strategy, be ready to move quickly.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Not saying it cannot be done but be aware that these programs I have heard good things about but also recognize timing and you may have a great education but bad time to implement

Transcribing transactions from bank statements, posting transactions to the correct accounts, and then manually creating an income statement, statement of owner's equity and a balance sheet is a fairly time consuming process and I have not been able to keep up with the book keeping between my regular work responsibilities.What accounting software do people recommend? 

There are houses that can be lived in and fixed up, or turned into multi-unit spaces (such as terraced houses with converted 'stables' at the back) for living in and earning income at the same time.

The Investor Who Wouldn’t Let GoOnce upon a time, in the bustling city of Crestwood, there was a real estate investor named Michael Carter.

Time makes everyone in real estate look like a genius.

I’m an 11 year contractor turned full time REI.

This past year they have started paying rent late to the point where the total accumulated time is about 3 months of back rent due.