Even if he wanted the house, if he wouldn't acquiesce to a simple request like that for the safety of the agent, imagine what a pain he would have been during the purchase process... 

For me I like them to do some simple pre numbers for me to see if its even close to deal. 

However the idea of a trust is simple.

It's a simple formula:Cash You get as income               = CoCReturnCash you Pay out of PocketNo credit,NO virtual numbers,1st year ONLY.

Rehabs require little creativity and therefore everyone is looking for simple rehabs. 

Would love to get a copy of that simple spreadsheet. 

If it's a management company it's as simple as just saying, "Hi!

Start with something simple: go to this website https://www2.monroecounty.gov/clerk-onlinerecords.php and register for a free account.

Its a simple short book with a lot of valuable info in it geared to new real estate investors. 

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.