You can find some good brokers on the member section of this site. 

When the right property came up I was able to make a full price offer site unseen within minutes of listing because of the skill set I had acquired over constant repetition and market analysis.

I found a few templates on this site but when I click on them it says page no longer exist.

There are so many great resources on this site, so keep learning:Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

This counters what I've read on Fannie Mae, here, and other sites.

Welcome to the site Jonathan Ahle.Turnkey can be a great option.

I found a few templates on this site but when I click on them it says page no longer exist.

Have you done a member search on this site for attorneys in the Fredericksburg area Kevin?

Make sure to do a quick google search -> Your City "County PRoperty Appraiser Site" -> then input the address and find out if the property was sold or not.

If yo do not want to pay a contractor to be a part of your team then take the time to interview a few contractors at their job site so you get familiar with typical cost to do things in your area so you get better at determining accurate repair costs.