Can't imagine being in business with characters like this. 

Always do your due diligence folks, search for their name on here, check for criminal and civil court cases in the county they live/do business in, etc. 

Does anyone have any ideas for some investing related side work or know of any investors that need some remote help with their business?

Quote from @John Lasher: I've heard from so many investors that they have put a pause on their flipping business.

Write a book about it, utilize paid internet ads to drive book sales, follow on with YouTube videos, webinars, blog casts, on line tutorials, and sell a few one on one coaching sessions.4.

I do business with people I have met before, not the sudden opportunist who wants a deal.  

I’m pretty handy with tools and business minded.

I use quicken for personal and WAVE for my businesses.  

Connecting with local GC groups in your area will help you connect with subcontractors, find out tips and tricks of the trade in your local area (since all areas and their real estate differ slightly).Also, have you considered the motivation behind building a brand-new duplex versus finding one on the market?

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