Search the "50% rule" and the "2% rule".

We use the same MLS software and last night I got the same thing.I have several saved searches/auto emails setup so I can know when certain things come on and off the market and last night the system deactivated every search I had because it responded with more than 400+ listings for each search all at once; which I guess is too much for the system to handle.I went back in this morning and manually checked and reset it, wasn't legit.

Start your agent search on the phone.

Furthermore, I am waiting 2 months after passing to send out letters.I have searched older forums but didn't find much info on this subject (non-probate inheritance leads).

I also recognize that SmartMove does not do an explicit eviction search.

I would like to work towards finding an area to invest where I can buy home homes in that 50K and under range for buy and holds.Prefer a 100K or higher population as I do enjoy having some entertainment and activities.I have been googling and looking around quite a bit to get ideas.I know this is vague, but it is the beginning of a long search.

@Wade - I want to agree with you - I know what I want, I have the language, etc.If I have in my offer the requirement for a a solid inspection plan, I get the official numbers and tax forms, I have a title search and insurance, and leases and estoppels, AND have a nice OUT clause if I don't like what I see, I just don't see what I have to have an attorney write all that up?

Jarese, do some more searching, reading and learning here on the site.

Also be sure to search for people in your local area to connect with.

If you search a zip code it will provide common facts in the area I.E. crime, median house list & sale price, the % break down of rental and owner property, etc.