We work as REO brokers for the banks, and typically they do not accept offers with any contingencies - we are always instructed to counter out everything except for financing, which is typically 7 - 10 days for a full loan approval.On another note, which most buyers are unaware of - most REO properties are sold with pre-determined Title and Escrow companies, and almost all sellers (banks) that we work with cannot cancel an escrow and open a new escrow if the deposit is in dispute - so the seller typically refunds the deposit in order to open a new escrow and sell the property.So, is your deposit ever really at risk...

Yes, I've signed an agreement with the pm and relevant clauses include:(10) negotiate and execute leases on Owner’s behalf for the Property at market rates and on competitively reasonable terms for initial terms of not less than months and not more than months and in accordance with any instructions in Paragraph 20;(11) negotiate and execute any amendments, extensions, or renewals to any leases for the Property on Owner’s behalf;(12) terminate leases for the Property, negotiate lease terminations, and serve notices of termination;There is certainly nothing protecting me from mistakes made by the pm.

We provide instructions regarding move-ins and move-outs to mitigate damage to our property.

What I did when my tenants moved in was I gave them a "welcome package" which included instructions on how to turn on utilities, welcomed them to their new home and reminded them late fees are strictly enforced.

From what I've heard, many of those Guru REI classes end up with the guru instructing you to read a couple of books to learn how to proceed in the business. 

I work full time as a flight instructor and want to move my real estate investing to wholesaling.

Look for the guys and gals who know more than you do about your business plan; regardless of how they dress/act.The instructors were helpful and they have alot of connections.

Oh and I live in (not California)Me: absolutely just send me your wire instructions I'll wire it to you ASAP why stop at 150k how about I wire you 1MM lol

Click the links and follow the instructions on those site.  

She also gives video instruction along with them.