Funds can be kept in trust and only used at the closing table for each transaction.

That's why you charge them higher interest and make them prove they can pay rent for two years before the banks will trust them.

I honestly don't trust alot of realtors, I need an interveiw process before selecting one.

If they quit paying you the following questions become relavent:Is NC a "trust-deed", state or a judicial foreclosure state?

I cannot afford to have my buyers not trust my deals because once that happens, there goes my bread and butter.

Learn the costs of materials, learn how to pull proper comps, learn to inspect a property correctly, and above all learn to trust yourself.I believe that the one reason more people dont get into flipping properties is not because of risk, but instead because of self doubt.

A seller becomes extremely liable (upto $250 per day from the day of closing) if stringent rules are not followed precisely.

Double check everything, ask to see as much documentation as possible--a landlord's prior tax returns almost never underestimate the costs of repairs and maintenance.Do the necessary pre-purchase work and trust your gut!

If you have tenants that you know and trust, maybe you could make a deal to reduce rent (less then what you would pay the lawn guy), in exchange for lawn duty.

The other (WHO) is, who should i know that will help... i mean, should i find a RE agent that i trust and is good at what he does to help me out in finding places...