You either feel at home, confident in their ability and transparency, or you quickly realize that customer service is not their focus and you need to run for the hills.

This weeded out the Realtors that aren't interested in expanding the industry and provided a focus point for me to work with Agents that have a sense of Customer Service and Satisfaction (Shout-out to @Colin Smith for the amazing work & not having to go far from our own community) Wholesalers are also a great way to find deals.

The other night I had dinner with one of my biggest customers (W2 job) and it came up that him and his brother own 45 units.

We certified as retailers and have had customers inquire about 16' homes.  

I also use the Theodolite app to snap a picture that is georeferenced with a date, time, location stamp and a custom note stamp with the address. 

American made and great customer service.http://cadetheat.com/products/wall-heaters/energy-...

Recently, one of my customers bought an obsolete 146k sq ft factory and in the course of our conversation offered me the ability to rent a space there that's about 2k sq ft. 

With credit cards, all it takes is a click on the "dispute" button on the online statement. 

However, my fix and flip customers continue to do well in Denver, it's just very hard to find properties to flip.

I have also tried to use the same providers over time, once they have the customer's trust, I have seen them quote lot higher prices (especially HVAC & plumbing).