When I "screened" this guy, I got his license #, bond #, and three references (all of whom I called and received good recommendations from).At what point do you walk away and hire another contractor to come fix the job?

I have been with property services of Ocean View for almost a decade.  

Look at from the consumer's point of view: Consumer does not want to buy a flip because most flippers do shoddy work and have no idea what they are doing.

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Who the trustee is is left entirely to the beneficiary, my understanding without reading the code is that a trustee can be anybody 18 or over, including the beneficiary.I view a deed of trust much the same as a land trust, or estate planning trust, inasmuch as the interaction between the trustor, trustee and beneficiary is considered. 

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Monitor your score and if you've got credit cards/student loans/etc. pay things on time.A few months in advance speak with lenders about pre-approval.Also, if possible, whether through an investor who buys often or through a contractor or RE inspector, do some property walkthroughs and you'll quickly learn what to look out for repair-wise when viewing a property.

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I have viewed Texas as a good option, but still openly looking.