Potential First Property with Cash....maybe

[David Olson]

BP,

I recently came across a house west of Houston that is an off market SFH and makes for a great flip. I am trying to bypass the lender for the purchase and make this happen with cash. Walked the property yesterday with my partner (GC) and all looks good thus far. With that being said, I would assume I still need a realtor to write up the TREC contract to purchase the home correct? One caveat is the home owner isn't moving for about two more months but I want to get it under contract before someone sweeps it from me.

Title: Do I need a realtor for this?

Inspection: I will hire out.

Appraisal: Will hire out or is this only needed if I was using a lender? (either way I will get one)

What am I missing?