Then ask them specifically if they help with this sort of thing.Oftentimes owners of businesses want their employees to "think like an owner."

You are sum total of the people you surround yourself with.I am a Tardus paying client, none of us that recently posted get any sort of kickback or referral fee for talking about our experiences on BP (although I do believe there is a referral bonus if you refer a new client...but it is nominal enough that no one is trying to bring in new members soley for this bonus). 

Save your money until you get financial backing of some sort.

He's got all sorts of calculations and reasons.  

-I'm fairly careful with communication , but again, I know doing business online is way riskier, but I want to ask: Typically, I would trust someone who seems very in-depth, informative (gives statistics and numbers), and basically would give me thorough steps (including worst-case scenarios and what would best fit my situation)^^would people who have experience say that even with the above, some agents/lenders/PMs would still be sort of out to get your money and do a lousy job?

That's all the 1% rule does, is help you sort out what MIGHT be a deal with analyzing and ignoring the rest.

Go to the magnifying glass next to your profile image up top.

Maybe leaving a goodie basket and a handwritten note or something of the sort for your first few guests. 

I have some time before the renovation is completed.Yes, I have a tabletop convection oven myself that works well for all sorts of cooking, even baking. 

My numbers on that property are good now, although it took a year for me to sort out exactly what we wanted to do with it. 700k duplex, single story, about 2,500 sq ft total building size. 1500 sq ft for the 3 bed/2 bath with pool and 1,000 sq ft 2/1 small private yard on the other.