As far as the FSBO I subscribe to a service called beenverified . com to find current address, emails and phone numbers of people 

I am fortunate  enough to know several people that are professional investors and are willing to spend some time mentoring and giving me experienced advice.

If interested let's set up a phone call.Gary

Hey Jeff, I'm a former license tax professional, Im not taking on any new clients but I can give you a recommendation if you private message me.  

Of course, if it were legit, I would do all the due diligence necessary and consult all the proper professionals.

The guy answered his phone (by mistake). 

She laughed and said email her my proof of funds and to contact her only and hung up the phone.

But keep in mind, they give you the cash buyer's info, but not a phone number, so you still have to mail to them, just like as if you bought a list from List Source.

I know it has been called a little/ no money down investement route but I believe that is more to do with marketting costs.The gurus have explained the steps in details such as qualify a TB, but in order to do so don't I have to go a mortgage broker and ask them to carry out the required checks..surely that carries a cost..I would like to understand from someone who has experience the followingwhich professionals need to carry out each stage for both the TB and the seller documentswhat are the ball park prices I need to expect for these services. 

Otherwise you have a big gaping hole that allows the elements in.This summer I have had 4 swamp cooler related phone calls that required rapid response.