When I tell people that I swing my own hammer guys on both sides of this debate look at me funny. 

My experience as a lender who works with many investors from many states across the US whether instate or out of state investors has showed me that most will simply not do the work it takes to greatly reduce their risk with the above mentioned due dilligence (from prior posts).Thanks, I'm glad you liked hearing both sides of the debate, though I'm not sure that Jon particularly enjoyed it :)There are for sure risks to investing locally as well as out of state, or any investment for that matter.

I’m debating on whether I should get my license for the types of deals you mentioned.

So in my opinion, FB is not a scam, but you can debate all day long whether it’s worth the money or not. 

I am debating between purchasing through turn key or a local realtor.

Also, I am debating if I should use LegalZoom or should I go through a local Accountant? 

It's all here, the pros and cons (and no, no one can answer this in a final manner for you - you will have to decide) for you to digest, debate internally and ultimately make an informed decision.

Tell the tenant the discussion has been made not to finish the basement and the topic is closed matter and not open to debate. 

@Robert McEachernThis discussion / debate pops up at least once a year here on BP.  

Jennifer, going with the recent "think" vs "know" debate here :), do you KNOW what he is telling you is the 100% truth (it almost never is btw)?