Most of they use tour operators to book their homes so even if they quote you 15-20% commission understand that it could be 15-20% of an already discounted commission.

I'm interested in a buy and hold strategy but feel free to chime in on what you look for in flips as well.So, assuming the numbers checkout, what questions do you ask your broker if you can't get a physical tour? 

I would tour the local area and find some active projects similar to what you have in mind.

I'd be glad to tour you around or just talk about real estate :)

Your best bet may be to tour all the local/regional smaller banks and ask. 

It's called Hard Hat Investor Tours.

I showed them the EPA regs and the NC documents, they 'toured' the site and were comfortable with the operation.

That said there is a ton of free information and education here on the blogs and podcasts to keep you busy for the rest of tour life.

You can contact auction.com or go to the tax lien bus tours that they offer down there. 

I am currently a freelance photographer specializing in 360° virtual tours for real estate professionals as well as a huge internet company.