I do think the seller is at risk on perceived  cost however those costs aren’t real if appraised at sales price. 

That said, if you aren't looking in the midwest, you may have a hard time finding projects that fit your budget unless you're planning to mix in some financing.

Each investor has to drill down on an area based on a lot of other metrics including things specific to each person.The mods aren't trying to stifle anything.

I’ve seen a few websites about seminars/training, while google searching but then see reviews that aren’t so great.

Electric, gas - Where I am at you can link multiple properties to one account this helps if you aren't doing that.

Full-service property managers" or Turnkey providers aren't really a thing in Columbus because if you want a deal that makes sense you need to source it yourself off-market to add value and provide it to clients.

This is all info they can use to help narrow out the homes they know you wouldn’t want.If you have 4 kids you aren’t interested in a 1BR.just send them the pre-qualification letter and ask specifically what other info they want. 

Risk analysis.B thru D aren’t sexy.  

Rents aren't always amazing, prices, interest rates, etc. 

Given that your primary goal appears to be generating cash from flipping, there aren’t many tax advantages available in this scenario.