If I see a listing come up that I want access to ASAP, their value is earned by getting me in and drafting the contract as fast as possible.

It's a multifamily investment partnership and we will have a separate contract dividing everything else 50/50.

There is no deal under contract, I'm exploring options so that I'm comfortable with pursuing an offer.

Construction has created jobs for local residents through minority contracting and training programs.

for me  a handful since early 80s  now in those days I was ONLY buying land that had owner contracts on them. 

Here is a solid summary from an internet search that will give you all you need to move forward:"A notice to terminate a property management agreement is a written communication to the property management company that informs them of the intention to end the contract.

Investors like me are left sifting through overpriced junk instead of finding real opportunities.Pro Tip: The average wholesale contract is for a 30 day "inspection", while the wholesaler looks for a buyer.

And, would that invalidate the contract?

Of course, with all things, the answers to all these matters will depend on the circumstances.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.

I just recently went under contract on my first property.