One guy offered schematics (no signatures or seals or MEPs just drawings to secure estimates from prospective contractors), but if I understand correctly, sounds like I need everything as this will go through all permit depts.I am also going to try to do SOME things myself if I can find a solid enough document or set of video instructions to do so... like maybe laying the tile or framing up the walls?

Given the fact that I described that I was already an investor in RE, showed cash available and completed all information requests as asked, one would be hard-pressed to see me as a non-qualified prospect. 

Meet investor friendly agents, wholesalers, local REIA and investor meetups, tell them what you're looking for and if you have the funds, deals will find you.2) Prospecting.

To keep both actual and prospective return higher the GPs stayed with variable.

Any prospect asking for an exception should have 700+ FICO AND reserves in their bank account.

Although, waiting on the sidelines in pursuit of the ideal property only worsens your long-term prospects for embarking on your wealth-building journey through real estate.4.)

The learning will come from the doing, not further analysis when it comes to cold prospecting.

@Robert Mendenhall From the prospective of a beginner conservative investor your statement "Is it wise to look at places you can afford alone" answers your questions.

(yes, this also describes me)* Investors who want to analyze prospective deals, quickly calculate mortgage payments and other expenses, etc.

Any tips on what she should be asking a prospective agent?