If you don't get access to the property before closing it can be tricky but if there are recent photos online or you can walk through before and take your own then it is much easier.

He has an online network called Financial Friends Network.

If you're more of a 'personal referral' person than a 'do research online' person, and this is local to you in Manhattan, KS, hit up one or two of the trades people in the "little apple all stars" BNI group.

If you've got to ask a question on an online forum about managing an out of state or out of country renovation, you aren't ready to do this on your own.

Quote from @Max Emory: Hey @Heidi Kenefick, for your master accounting software I recommend QuickBooks Online.

Then you'll need to find land, acquire it, find a spec home buyer and set up meetings to design plans or buy a set online with mods.

i called a number I found on line and it was his personal number he said and he not working for Rad. 

Was it via docusign or some other online signing platform? 

It will be easy for you to check if they paid on time, as you can check instantly online.  

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.