I was wondering if there are places that didn't have unnecessary fees and allowed you to conveniently work for yourself.Thanks in advance. 

This method  can be no better than gambling, no thanks.

If you can’t see it - it’s a gamble plain and simple.

Most of my tennents that complain or show me anger usally change their attitudes after they realize just how much it all really costs and that they are getting a place relatively cheap, and that they also get the convenience to pay as they go, not have to come up with as much money as an owener would.

@Lexi Teifke I'd definitely be interested in participating in the next one and live within walking distance of Radio, so it would be very convenient for me, thanks!

If it's convenient, I'll deliver a written offer as well.Questions:Should I tweak the list criteria?

However, it may be beneficial and more convenient for them to do so anyway.I would have to assume that the cost of the tax preparation should be built into the maintenance fees. 

Hi, I have worked with a contractor for the last 2-3 years in TX and although he is slow, I stuck with him for convenience and dependability.

It is a gamble, especially if you are out of state.

These aren't issues that are specific to flipping and should be a primary focus for any real estate investment - The bottom line is that you made a profit despite the challenges you faced - and congratulations for that - but it seems to the bystander that you gambled with another investor's money while investing very little of your own - you put yourself in the position of a teacher or mentor when in fact you are not extremely experienced in the business of flipping - consider how you would feel if you lost a portion of your partner's investment....Today I am closing on the purchase of my 15th flip for the year, and I wouldn't dream of taking on an investment partner who wasn't equally experienced and had an equal say in the decision process.Good Luck with your future projects and Happy Investingjeff