Many contractors don’t have the cash laying around to put out upfront so they look for these types of seller finance.

Because you'll be the titleholder and you'll be hiring the sub-contractors, you'll be co-responsible for what they're doing.

Never believe the original timeline the contractor gives you!

I do enjoy the interface and their ability to show owner data without having to skiptrace.

I'm a licenced Broker and I also handle project management for flippers, contractors, etc.FEMA 50% Rule: ALL of the homes that exist in a Flood Zone have a 50% limit on work that can be done to repair them without bringing them into compliance with current flood standards.

What should give you pause though, to reflect upon, is his losing his contractor's license to fraud. 

I built a house there and I enjoyed the golf course and other amenities during that time. 

Check your lease to see if there's a section that addresses "quiet enjoyment".

Ppl get testy about $ and things like their home(s) thus enjoy seeing others "squirm." 

After securing a deal, your focus will shift to closing, finding tenants, and setting up efficient management.If you haven’t already, building relationships with local agents, contractors, and property managers in PA can save you a lot of time and hassle