I would caution you on the two big companies I have funded a few folks that bought through them and they have all been poor properties for too much money..I can't think of a risker thing to do than out of state flipping for the smaller investor. you need to have someone on the ground that you know VERY well and trust.. and you are going to have a hard time finding that person on the internet or reading a book on how to do it.. theories are great .. reality is way different..

I recommend watching the webinars on site, Listening to the podcast on the way to work, and reading every REI book you can find.

if there isn't anything in your lease and no law on the books I don't think there is anything you can do. 

I spend a couple of hours analyzing the books each month.The rest of my real estate portfolio is invested in passive syndications. 

I am having a blast drinking from the firehouse of real estate investing podcasts, books, and anything I can get my hands on!

For analysis of Garret Sutton's positions check out his book Loopholes of Real Estate or his company, Corporate Direct.Trusts in general are a powerful tool for many different things.

By the book I think you still need it with updated owner info but I’d check with the city. 

Read more books and listen to MFR podcasts.Join some free Facebook groups and or Find your self a mento.Let me know if you need any recommendations. 

Go to the ones with the most reviews and see how booked up they are and what prices they are charging. 

As I read Davids book I am learning that PM make or break you.