Technology won't change that.The echo chamber investor is the most likely one to lose their money on a deal because they only want back pats and don't listen to constructive criticism.

At the end of the day Zillow can spend their money in areas with higher ROI, like mortgage origination or their Internet Media and Technology areas.But does that mean this idea is dead?

People are paying $700 per night in some parts just for the seclusion, a view, and modern comforts in a camp setting.  

Does any body have recommendations for appliances where to get them for a flip, obviously want it to look modern and good for new buyers however is Lowe’s and Home Depot my only options or is there other places I should be looking?

Why not buy an existing building and just take it from outdated to modern.

I rent SOME of my homes to people without modern verifiable credit and background (read: undocumented residents or recent immigrants). 

If you're talking about supply piping, if and when a leak occurs, there are pipe locating technologies available that can pinpoint a water leak so that a repair is relatively easy.

Successful wholesalers spend $10,000 per month on targeted advertising and marketing, especially SEO and SEM and website technology, as well as social media, texting, robo calls, etc.

The entire real estate agent model is at threat over time as younger generations are comfortable with using technology to buy and sell anything. 

I've also asked about making use of the existing well/septic, although I anticipate on simply replacing same with the new construction.Our counties aren't very modern -- while tax info is available online, I still have to go to the courthouse to research any other liens/judgements against the current owner to see if there are hidden claims to the property.