Endoto is the best in class provider, though batchleads is also great! 

Excavation is very costly!!!  

I just moved here from the Boston area and it seems like the real estate taxes will make coming out of a deal with positive cash flow a very tricky endeavor.Jay

In my opinion, you did the best thing possible and that’s executing. 

Don't hesitate to ask questions and seek guidance; the community is often very supportive.

We're reaching out to other professionals who have done some investing in Alabama or who are very familiar with the market, (i.e. which are the more favorable counties in which to invest?) 

They are well off but are in a bind due to trying to sell their old house. they want to rent for a year and then purchase the house. what would be the best way to transfer ownership after the year?

State Farm seemed to have the best rates for a company I was familiar with, there was some new online one that was lower, forget the name, but I was a bit unsure about using them.

Also, in terms of flooring for the storefront what material would be best in terms of money and quality? 

Your best bet is find a way to reject  them for someone better.