Can i buy something through a realtor and have managed by a professional property manager (assume 10% commission) to make it worth my while?

IT IS NOT A SCAM........IT IS A SIMPLE, PROFESSIONALLY EXECUTED, VERY LUCRATIVE INVESTMENT OPTION!!!!! 

If they are professional, they can explain this quickly and easily.

From NARPM you will get a better qualified, professional PM that will keep you out of trouble.

It just depended on the experience and financial strength of the sponsor, the length of time the asset was owned prior to the crash, and the leverage used.  

Yes, an exhaustive knowledge would be nice, but I was hoping that's what a professional forum like this could help me with.I don't feel it's fair to tell a person to exit the stage just because they're not 100% educated. 

From title, to contracting, to lending, they have professionals that handle everything you will need to start flipping.If you need more info contact me or @Tom Dagney - he is the VP of SJREIABest of luck!

Give a shout out to to your favorite industry professionals!  

If you’re not looking for professional management that’s no problem but at least have one find a tenant, do the showings, marketing and screen applicants so you can be set up for success.

Secondly, call out a reputable, professional plumber and seek their opinion.