My goal is to be financially independent in the next two to three years.

Taking your general contractor to the property is a must but getting a paid independent inspector is one of the best investments that you can make before you pull the trigger and purchase a property with hidden surprises that will empty your wallet.3) Budget ObsessionsThe third most important tip for successful flipping comes from the art of budgeting.

Typically, they work for itty-bitty independent agencies, if for anyone.

Are all units located on one lot or multiple/independent lots?  

I have done a decent amount of independent reading and learning but that only goes so far. 

They need to shop for surplus lines type of insurance but most food independent brokers can help you.

And I am like @Russell Brazil if I don't like them or think we work together I simply fire them.. can be a shock for some clients .. but we are independent contractors we only have time to sell.. no way I am wasting my time with someone who I don't work well with.And I have had some pretty high maintenance clients over the years and its my job to determine if they are worth it..

I am personally getting my business started through a ROBS so I can eventually draw a paycheck and realize my independence from the corporate world.

@Curtis Bidwell - I'm glad to hear you've been able to handle conveyances independently, but this is dangerous in the extreme for anyone who is not intimately familiar with corporate principles, accounting matters, and even just the simple differences in the types of deeds and exemptions which may apply to each in various situations.

Yeah the lender is definitely the place to start I find that oftentimes independent lenders are able to offer better terms and lower fees, but shop around in your area to see what works best for you.