There is almost an unwritten rule where folks are looking to build new; keep at least two exterior walls up and maintain the footprint to avoid being classified as new construction.

PM shortfalls tend to relate to communication,  especially with owners, I think many of the problems can be avoided with up front expectations and follow through with those expectations. 

., without transparency others will have a hard time learning from mistakes which I like to always use my deals to prevent another flipper or beginner to avoid my mistakes including myself.

You have created what you wanted to avoid.

I saw here that an investor offers to purchase before she starts foreclosure to avoid going through the courts and nice that the owner at least gets something. 

Pick well, avoid the really low cost properties, and you can do fine.

I was merely advising him to get those ducks in a row to avoid the unnecessary scramble.

Linda is correct that the only way to avoid the 20% down is to make it your primary residence, however on occasion you can find a lender that will allow you to purchase with 15% down but that is rare and your credit must be excellent.

There is a plan to avoid this entire section (In section 3) but it is important for us to know about these restrictions.

Also avoid any deposits over 10k otherwise you'll have to source the funds and explain where the money came from (if still within the 2 months period), but if you wait 3 months then you'll be fine.