I've networked with an experienced flipper who found the deal and proposes I finance the job, he does most of the work and manages the subs and I take up the painting of the house and lend a hand with some labor. 50/50 split on the exit.  

You can find them at stationary stores or online.

I called the courthouse and they had no clue what I was talking about. can I get this info online in Jackson county

@Maria Villamar Philadelphia's Civil Court Systems are available online.

Please only answer if you are an experienced landlord and know the procedures/laws on this issue pretty well.

It really feels like I'm part of a community than just another contributor on anonymous online forum . . .But I've been crunching a few numbers and feel there may be better opportunities in western MA, specifically in Hampden County including places such as Holyoke and possibly Springfield.

You are a really smart and experienced guy. i am surprised you haven't heard of this before.

If you never owned one, then your best bet is to find a deal and to bring it to someone experienced to partner up with  so that you can learn from them.

The market in my area is hot and it seems the deals that I find online are the left overs.

Hello,please, dont go flipping anything from hard money at this time. try door knocking, calling on craigslist, zillow etc to find wholesale dealssave up money then partner with an experienced flipper/rehabber on your first flip.until then, join local groups, meet 5 ppl a day in RE, build a network, provide value to them by supplying leads to them..via wholesale or even referral understand online marketing as well...thats the future, under how technology can be l leveraged in RE.so, you need to MARKET, NETWORK, & AUTOMATEfor now, start with marketing. kill it!!!