Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines

Would a HELOC or home equity loan on my personal home be a good idea to fund this?  

You can read a book and multiple books, but unless you are out there doing it (I.e. getting bids and getting contractors to truly get you an exact estimate) you will be far off from the numbers you want and may even lose money on the flip/rehab.The best advice I would suggest in my experience is that you should get into the line of work by either partnering with someone or working with someone on some projects prior to going into a flip on your own.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Also, something the state though is looking to make a law on now though.

to be honest, on my first flip...

you can find all the info online"...it's like, no sh*t you can...all the information ever is online!

Is there debt on the property or are you doing all cash?

I would definitely check Dunn and Bradstreet for any open lines of credit, liens, judgements and the like. 

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