In general, you need to show that you are a reliable borrower with proof that you’ve had success in real estate before.

Out of state can be difficult if you don’t have a reliable team in place.

In this case I simply advertise on the base newspaper which is super cheap given how frequently people come and go there are always reliable leads to be found.Or how about creating a simple "I Buy Houses" website and spend a few bucks to have it professionally made and SEO optimized? 

I also need information about reliable companies that can be used as a third-party for the exchange.

This might strain the schedule for your project.Risk: Significant financial losses, including the possibility of losing your property in the event that you fail on the loan, might arise from a repair and flip project gone awry.Due Diligence: To make sure a hard money lender is respectable and reliable, it is crucial to carry out extensive research and due diligence before selecting one.Before proceeding with a hard money lender, consider your financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment goals carefully.

I try to use other screening criteria to judge whether someone is reliable and would take care of my place.

Building a reliable team involves a lot of trial and error, and it can be a lengthy process. 

Home Warranty =Big ScamGet a reliable Contractor in your  pocket. 

Much easier to do business there in terms of regulation but harder to come by a reliable cleaning/handyman/PMteam and smaller pool of contractors.You need to decide what is important to you.

They are not the most reliable doors around.