Many investors are willing to share their experiences, especially if you come from a place of curiosity and respect for their time.

In California and Florida there are two State run plans of last resort (Cal Fair and Citizens respectively) for the otherwise uninsurable; properties that private companies have already deemed too risky and are effectively subsidized by taxpayers.

We both knew we were aligned in our goals and had a clear understanding of our respective roles in the deal from the outset.If seller financing is part of the equation, look for someone who’s not only experienced with creative financing but also understands how to manage the potential risks involved.

The totals come down to $3000 and $550 respectively. 

Send a written notice (yes, paper) to the tenants with proof of delivery required (the postal carriers have this time to an art form; it's inexpensive and you get confirmation via email or receipt very quickly; it does not require the tenant to sign - it just confirms that the notice was delivered.A paying, respectful tenant is golden.

At the end of the day, both of these respective vendors/individuals are paid when the deal closes. 

Initiating the ConversationThe key to approaching a non-profit is to be respectful, patient, and aligned with their mission.

I really think that this is not necessary (with all due respect @Jonathan Greene)The forum is great and works just fine IMO.

What I find to be most valuable: Ease of use, cost-savings and efficiency and here's what I mean: If using an interior designer to furnish your rental, they will hand you a list of supplies + furniture to buy and what I was able to do with Minoan is upload that list as a CSV file and then they come back with a quote of all of the items they can fulfill along with their respective discount. 

He had a tech job and we talked the business and he was legit and when meeting the family, they were very respectful.