@David Hughes,You'll need to learn how to attract and engage private lenders to get into deals, and learn how to get into deals where you can get cash out as soon as the rehab / repair is done to establish a reserve.... among other topics, of course.

I work with investors too, so I charge a flat rate for under $50,000 and over that it's usually a %....Once you establish a relationship and close several deals, you can renegotiate....I pride myself on providing my clients with top notch service!!! 

@Justin Kovach - IMO one of the postings should be a document establishing that you are starting the five days of being unable to contact tenant, and you should photograph that posting; and when photographing a posting, it has been suggested to get the hard copy of the daily newspaper into the photo showing the date as well, to establish that you did not in any way falsify the date.

I was wondering how I would go about establishing these types of minimum criteria and what should I consider for either modifying or using this for my local market?

I have established an LLC with my father and analyzed every property that has been posted on Zillow in the last 3 months.

Established investors are usually willing to help the newbie bc someone usually helped them get started. 

Looking to establish long term working relationship with a local agent who is known for working with investors like me.

And what should I do to establish a point of contact in the state I want to work in?

Who knows she might win the lotto somedayAdditionally, your father will need to bring the suit and appear in court as you cannot represent him.  

Let's establish relationships, friendships, partnerships and learn from each other.