By the way if you or anyone else makes a recommendation and I work wit that person in the end, I won't forget you and would want to compensate you one way or another either via shared knowledge, a partnered deal, shared contacts, etc..  

There are exceptions to the rule but this is just what I've been witnessing based on who I talk to.   

They have all documents supporting house was deeded when grandma was competent enough to sign and have lawyer signatures on everything and witnesses.

I always add 20% to my repair costs.I agree wit Stephen, when in doubt go with your gut.Good Luck.Bill

But...If you aren't aware of the long running battle surrounding LL stock, there is a considerable short position including some activist investors and hedge fund managers who have been accused of using their considerable influence to provide misinformation about Lumber Liquidators (LL) and their products in an effort to profit from the drop in stock price. 

When I started buying MH's in resident owned park communities or on private land and reselling them I obtained my RE brokers license once again because of the volume I was doing.I've been a developer by default as when I do purchase a lot/parcel and replace an old home with a new one or purchase an empty lot/s and develop them out I either sell them or keep them in my rental inventory.I've been dealing in distressed MH & site/stick built properties for 20 years and do a combination of all the above so I think it prudent to keep all my licenses and qualifications current and in good standing.Lastly, I've been a construction defect, park management/owner harassment, drainage and fraud expert witness, Industry expert for the California State License Board, consumer advocate at large for various TV, Radio and printed media outlets as well as a forenencis expert and consultant for myriad state attorney's general, district attorneys offices, county, state and federal agencies for over 20 years.

If you are doing the inspections it is critical an adult is present in the unit and that you have another person there with you for the inspection.If any claims by the tenant were ever levied you then have a witness for court.

I'd say don't be too quick to accuse them of being jerky; if your investing takes off  you may be looking for more advice from those very jerks before you know it ;) I certainly hope that's the case!

I have yet to witness the full process of flipping a home.  

To wit:1) I advance money for the benefit of another person or entity voluntarily.2) Funds are paid to a 3rd party.