Conversely, if you have an agent with a great reputation and network, other agents would love to show your house.

Ironically reputable folks like CPAs and attorneys are not immune from trying to take advantage of new folks.

I do, however, appreciate seeing properties from reputable wholesalers.

Find a couple reputable roofers and call them out and get a bunch of estimates for a baseline to go off on.regards,chris

Here is a summary of the numbers of the deal:Year: 19752BD/2BA 1,100 sq ftPurchase: $5,000Back space rent: $2,500 (5 months)Repairs: $2,500ARV: $22,000 (for a cash sale based on very recent comparable), $25,000 or more with seller financing.The park is very well kept, and appears to have a good reputation.

That being said, I think Eric has made an excellent point about your reputation within the community.

Good reputations are built over time, bad reputations can go viral in an instant.

If they're no good, they'll get a bad reputation and people won't use them.

I would find a agent who is a reputable short sales agent, then have the agent call her.

Can anyone recommend reputable sites where I can purchase over-the-counter tax liens online?