i'd be bored to tears and out of a steady paycheck...i do not know how people jump over that hurdle mentally to be honest..

As you probably know, the issue in our market is that there are too many wana-be novice flippers that tend to bid-up distressed properties to unreasonable prices.

The home will be worth less due to the fact that the primary buyer will be a investor, like yourself, as opposed to a home buyer" is an unreasonable statement - - even a war-zone property has value.

In other words, it's costing them a  lot of money for you to be having a desk there, and expecting you to actually do something like make cold calls is not being unreasonable.

Is this unreasonable?   

Like the rest of y'all....I want to know that i can work around seasoning hurdles so i can use HMLs.

If you decide to look out of state let me know, you do need to know about potential hurdles to set yourself up properly.

If your repairs will be over 30k or require structural changes (removing walls or foundation repairs) you might be required to go with the Full which has some additional hurdles in such as requiring the use of and FHA 203k consultant, and a General Contractor, as well as Architectural drawings.

The Landlord/Agent may enter the dwelling unit after giving due notice (24 hours) to the Tenant and the Tenant has not unreasonably objected, to: make necessary repairs, decorations, alterations or improvements; supply services only by mutual agreement during normal business hours, except in an emergency; or exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective purchasers, mortgages, or tenants only during normal business hours, including weekends, except as the Landlord/Agent and Tenant otherwise agree.

Very possible you may run into big hurdles if attempting a short sale due to HUD guidelines.Consult with a tax professional about insolvency and potential tax liabilities.