When you walk up to the door you have to disclose, but I bet it sounds a whole lot like what most wholesalers do anyways."

We also figure for snow load too which I bet you don't have to worry about in the desert :).

I would bet (if I was a betting man) you spend too much money on things you shouldn't and don't pay yourself first (savings)?

Facebook and the "NextDoor" app will be your best bet in tracking your helpers down.  

Are they trustworthy?

If it was a science then we would all have the ability to avoid bad things happening to our portfolio.Best bet: Develop your investing criteria, goals and objects and then concentrate on 1-2 markets.Wrote a helpful blog post on how to select a market: Choosing the Right US Real Estate Market To Invest In: The 4-Step Guide to Success

I would recommend you connect with @Tim Swierczek, he can help you get your finances figured out so you can purchase a place.I would say your best bet is to graduate college and get a job in your field. 

Your best bet is to consult with a lawyer in your state (and perhaps in the state you're going to operate in if you're going to be investing out-of-state) to help you work through the options and find what will best meet your objectives.I wish you the best of luck in your journey!

DELREIA FB page is your best bet for DE info.

@Ashel Fernando Mckees Rocks is probably your best bet for getting a quality property in that price range.