Go for the company with the best reputation, where you can shadow successful agents and/or take part in some sort of training program.

The reason most reputable list companies don't have phone numbers is that they strictly adhere to the Federal Do-Not-Call regulations.

Does anybody know of a reputable company or private lender who might work well?

These offers should be targeted and your agent should have a reputation that their clients can close with no hasles ....Then the inspections and appraisal comes..your agent is there to ensure things are documented and captured as needed...

Unless you are using a reputable contractor/company and the investor will pay them directly by draws.

Reputable Sponsors provide detailed track records of their history.DSTs are 1031 eligible and can work great for people looking to avoid tax on their sale and just want hands off real estate plus the income. 

I've painted registers and the plastic covers for bathroom fans, which turn from white to yellow eventually.

Then give them over to a highly reputable property manager and let it coast.

Also Lima One, Paces Funding are reputable hard money lenders in Atlanta. 

Looking to find competitive rates for both homeowners insurance and a reputable real estate lawyer to ensure the transaction is done properly.