If you're lucky enough to get a free and clear property where the seller is willing to finance, this reduces much of the risk associated with seller-finance.I would make sure the title is then moved over to your name, especially since there is not a risk of a due-on-sale clause being triggered.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

Obviously if you go this route you need to be very attentive and make sure to zero out the credit cards as the promotion ends.  

Be sure that you are honest from the jump, your estimated rate are only as good as the info you give them.

Make sure to run the numbers on DSCR, CoC return, and cap rates to ensure profitability.

I had read Mark's article and just wanted to be sure I understood what constitutes "flooding".

I want to make sure I'm not missing something.I can withdraw penalty free from prior Roth contributions and 5+ year old conversions, an inherited tradtional IRA, an HSA with prior medical receipts, among several other options.

I dont have any feedback for turn key REI but lots of experience with 1031X and my suggestion for you is to make sure you have a good idea of the exchange you're going into or at least the category of homes or type you're aiming for.

I do understand being selective on the type of buisness you take, but as an agent we still have a fiduciary duty to our clients to make sure they receive the level of service this price requires. 

Make sure pool is listed on your insurance policy.