What was the tipping point from leaving a stable job to be a full time agent and investor?    

, but it seems like it could be risky and I'd need to identify a good market to invest in (any tips welcome).

The previous owner told me that he didn't have the money for the back taxes, this year taxes, and wanted to know if I could take over his $40k mortgage.    

For the past couple of years, after noticing a really disturbing trend in the marketing practices of Turnkey companies, I've started focusing my talks on how companies can use good marketing practices and how investors can cut straight through the crap and eliminate companies that deliberately lie in their marketing.I am going to give every out of state investor looking to buy Turnkey properties or even looking to hire property management two quick lessons and five tips on good due diligence.First, ask questions. 

Hi S L Martinez,Unfortunately for you, I'm also a newbie and I'm excited about your idea.

I have a cpa I used for personal tax’s for years-but his information seems inconsistant with info on BP for flips.I will flip in central NJ (Piscataway etc) and later South Jersey.

A good local handyman is worth his weight in gold

Any tips on negotiating with a seller who has their home listed far too high? 

I will pm you his contact info. 

The superior investor seeks out ideas that challenge his or her view of things.