Either way though of course

The amount of cash flow on a home will of course be contingent on the down payment.

unfortunately this marketing specialist was NOT a specialist in marketing for real estate businesses, did not understand the unique requirements and characteristics of real estate, and hence implemented their “generic” on line marketing program.  

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

It always better to be safe than sorry, but the building dept will let you know what the best course is.

You can probably pay for a course when one of the sucker roadshows comes thru town, but it is a ton of money. 

Of course our big motivation is commission but you can get commission or a referral fee or something in an off market transaction if done properly.

I was an electrician for over 20 years with my last electrical job being shop foreman for a custom electrical control panel shop and UL 508 specialist.

Now I need to find a real estate agent(I am "interviewing" a couple now), an accountant to speak to and of Course a lender.

Those that preach no/low down payments are mostly just trying to appeal to the masses who want everything for nothing that will buy their courses.