She is extremely knowledgeable, caringand very thorough in her diligence to protect us and for teaching us all about investing in Charlotte NC.

And if you screen them yourself, do not neglect the important step of conducting a thorough rental history - not only evictions but look for a history of late pays and screen for three day notices issued by previous landlords. 

Also might be a good idea to get an appraisal to go along with your package to the bank to demonstrate your thoroughness.

I would like to purchase, THOROUGHLY decontaminate just to be safe, rehab, test and then rent.

They are looking for a thorough remodeling plan.  

It is most important to me that an agent knows the neighborhood thoroughly (as if they were a resident) to get the best possible value.

It's also important to realize that HUD will do a very thorough underwriting of your qualifications to assume that debt.

Great point about the contract, and being thorough with those clarifications.  

If an agent specializes in real estate investing, they should thoroughly vet each property they present to you ensuring that it will show positive cash flow in the current and projected conditions.

Thanks for the thorough response Charles.