These people are living comfortable where they are now but not for long with SCI's practices to just make a quick buck.

My only concern to look out for is that things can go 'rural' pretty quickly if you start venturing outside of town, and most lenders are going to put the brakes on financing if the appraisal lists the property as 'rural' (has to do with what they perceive as the availability of future tenants).Watertown, NY - It probably is as good as you believe, but the lending licensing is pretty tricky up there, so its just  bit more difficult to find lenders that operate up there.

But in terms of the company you asked about a quick search shows there are a lot of people that are not happy with the service. 

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

Below is the quick data I pulled.  

Hi David, If building long-term equity and scaling quickly are priorities, then option 2 aligns better for you. 

Platforms like Angi or a quick Google search can also help you find reliable options.

Study what has sold at a solid price and quickly.

And many, get into real estate investing, thinking it will make them rich right away.  

Quote from @James Hampton: How about a quick check before you have to charge a screening fee?