I would bounce this off of a local R.E. attorney, it's worth a phone call.

I predict it is a part time to full time job on the phone and searching Zillow etc to get an occasional deal maybe at best once every month to as far apart as just a handful a year.

I've been woken up late from parties, broken glass, revving engines, etc. - I've had to haul away a ton of trash, cans, dirty clothes, etc.

Is this agreement via phone text valid?

There isn't any annual tune up with this contract, but if the heat is broken, it will be fixed. 

I suppose, though, that most people search on phones and the search results are more important on those devices.

Its either ra ra ra  or dose of reality so someone understands what the challenges are. the fellow who runs the call center gave the best advice for someone with a few hours.. just hit the phones and try to create leads for others.

If you're interested in joining, just send me a PM with your email and phone.

If you cannot physically test this appliance or system, then you must assume it is broken and will need a good deal of money to be replaced or fixed.5.

That can take some time, a few phone calls, a site visit, etc but I find it can avoid problems down the road.Good luck,Steve