They find properties and approach Sellers and secure a price, then they seek out an end Buyer (you) and sell it to you at a higher price. 

Consider financing options like hard money loans, or FHA loans for house hacking, and focus on areas with strong rental demand near the MA/NH border.

Start small, ensure your numbers (purchase + rehab + holding + selling costs) leave room for profit, and build a reliable team (contractor, agent, lender).For financing, work with lenders who specialize in fix-and-flips. 

My number 1 tip would be to go off market and find owner that wants to sell at a discount / prefers speed and convenience. 

I had 5 houses with them that were terribly managed (placing bad tenants, extremely high rehab costs). 

I am selling some land and some tiny houses i built this year but you know how that can be.

I canceled because of on going lies about progress on the houses. 

Wish they would build houses with this style of architecture still.

If not, you’ll need to resolve these liens, which could complicate the investment.Current Occupants: The family living in the property could be protected under Massachusetts’ tenant and housing laws.

About 1/3 were in limbo--neither rebuilding nor selling, while owners tried to decide what to do--sell, rebuild, or fight with the insurance company--or just didn't have the money to rebuild and didn't want to sell.