You could try contacting the attorney representing the lender and asking if their client would allow you to pay off the debt either at a discount amount or the full amount. 

For one, to cover my *** so that no one can accuse me of representing someone without a license, and secondly I wanted access to the MLS in my area. 

But from my own personal experience you get to a point you see so many houses and get to know areas that you really really  (at least 80% ) you get so good on telling by the pictures .. also don't be afraid of asking the realtor representing seller.The other route network with wholesalers (Good wholesalers ) the ones who get the deals direct with seller most of the time they will have an inspection report and house sketch and tons of pictures.. 

Many of these markets are very well represented by sellers & turnkey operators here on BiggerPockets.

Just get a conventional mortgage.But yes, for it to be a BRRRR proposition, the 100% borrowings should still only represent about 70% of its actual market value. 

Currently I do not have a real estate agent representing me.

I generally won't get involved representing clients in wholesale deals (i.e., there is not a signed Buyer Representation Agreement), but I will assist investors that I work with in terms of running comps, providing referrals to title/HML/contractors, planning layout and finishes, etc.

A local broker who specializes in almonds would know the value of these things and if representing you would help you not overpay, etc.

The property inspector said something about thinking that the seller's agent was representing us, and he apologized.

I see some of the other realtors with different designations and certifications, like Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) or Certified Residential Specialist (CRS).