If they do this, the seller is Already contractually committed, he doesn’t get to pick and choose, and the terms/closing timelines are already set.But on the other hand, since the other buyer Had the contingency of selling their current home, they likely can’t qualify for the loan on this house yet.

Does anyone have experience with geotechnical  engineers and REPUTABLE foundation builders who operate in Granville and Durham counties?

They simply do not choose to operate their business in a professional manner.

They're apparently having great success, in fact, they're choosing to renovate to rent on Airbnb rather than flip..and I'm talking high-design renos, which means high-budget renos and they're making profits.  

You want to look at the following criteria (stolen shamelessly from BP episode 306). 7 criteria for choosing a market to invest in: Positive Population growthPositive Job growthDiversified economy - You need a good spread of big employers in town. 

I choose my HOR here in ATL.

When that goes well you can move towards the higher risk / higher reward stuff if you so choose.

.- You build your reputation- you can build a buyers list or a wholesalers list of sellers- you can find private lenders, so you won't need partners - you find mentors who are experienced- and you will find dealsHappy hunting!

this should lead to plenty of replys  choose wisely :)

Feel free to message a couple for a consultation and choose an accountant that you feel connected with.