http://santaclaritarealestate.paris911.com/2012/06/09/it-should-not-be-as-difficult-as-you-may-be-making-it-hunting-for-foreclosures/ When searching for foreclosure just be careful about what you are viewing and asking for more information about. We have watched as so many different channels have opened up with regard to the pitching of REO lists, automated foreclosure searches and the like. It is a wonder anyone can search with any anonymity at all in today's world. When you are searching find a local real estate agent that has three systems in place. First, you want them to have the ability to publish all of the current listings of foreclosures that are on the market for sale. Second, you will want them to cover the pre foreclosure and short sale market as well , tracking the notice of default filings. Third, they should have a system in place like foreclosure radar where you can search for those off radar properties that you may have interest in. We are with REMAX of Valencia CA