When the right property came up I was able to make a full price offer site unseen within minutes of listing because of the skill set I had acquired over constant repetition and market analysis.

I found a few templates on this site but when I click on them it says page no longer exist.

There are so many great resources on this site, so keep learning:Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

This counters what I've read on Fannie Mae, here, and other sites.

Still need to dig around and research more, but we are new at this and just hoping it's not a silly move or there aren't any complications (i.e. need ing to do the LLC part at purchase-time or getting in trouble later saying "hey we have an investment LLC that owns a piece of land.

Welcome to the site Jonathan Ahle.Turnkey can be a great option.

I found a few templates on this site but when I click on them it says page no longer exist.

Have you done a member search on this site for attorneys in the Fredericksburg area Kevin?

Make sure to do a quick google search -> Your City "County PRoperty Appraiser Site" -> then input the address and find out if the property was sold or not.

If yo do not want to pay a contractor to be a part of your team then take the time to interview a few contractors at their job site so you get familiar with typical cost to do things in your area so you get better at determining accurate repair costs.