That way you both are assured the money is handled correctly. 

I have concentrated my research on FL and in the Tampa area, for no specific reason or personal preference...In the past few weeks, I have been in contact with an agent/broker doing this kind of work and having a team for the closing/taxes etc.. able to manage the property and all, he seems good and has provided lots of time without asking for a penny (which is the job of a RE broker, only its a lot more time consuming when the buyer is not present ...)Now I have my eyes on a property (it will be the 4th offer through him, the previous ones did not go through) and I would like to ask seasoned RE investors here a few questions...The house is advertised as a duplex 2/1 + 1/1 but after the visit I was told that an extra split had been done so it looks now like a triplex 3* 1/1 ...

I can assure you that no one will be hurt in the midst of my deals.

I didn't visit the property yet.

Comparing the hypothetical care that Veterans would receive under a McCain or an Obama Presidency is a very strange angle to take in light of Veteran's Day.I am pretty sure that almost every single combat arms veteran probably holds a special place in their heart for John McCain that Barack Obama wouldn't even be allowed to visit.

I have been investing out of state since 2012, and I would highly advise that whatever market you end up selecting to start your REI, that you visit that market, meet the team behind the properties, and see what kind of rehab work and neighborhoods they are working in. 

It pays the bills but doesn't allow me enough leverage to live a life to visit family/friends

I'm visiting the unit next week as details were slim on website.  

Full time IT engineer, but work from home :)currently ramping back up in real estate,1) learning the DFW areas I want to target2) reviewing MLS and visiting a few properties a week3) networking/reading at BP during boring meetings4) at night, preparing website and direct marketing strategy. 

My wife recently quit her job and has been visiting the local (Brevard County, FL) auctions.