Of course, every seller and every situation is unique so I WON'T say its impossible... just not common.That being said, the title search is conducted by the attorney when the contract is being drawn up.

It’s just getting started and I realize agents are important in many transactions; however sometimes especially in unique markets may not be necessary.

If they want to drag it out, they could reasonably stretch it out to three months or more (e.g. filing preliminary objections, etc.).

Look at the whole investment and see how it ranks with your objectives and criteria.

The whole objective is to buy and sell this parcel almost immediately after closing the first deal.

So, used VA loan to purchase "Dream Home" earlier this year, after relocating from CA to OH (hence, not a lot of equity or pay-down). Just discovered that my position that I moved here for is likely being eliminated, ...

Friendly persistence, showing one is dedicated to probate work, and doing something unique (like dropping off unique stop-by items) are things I notice. 

It sounds like water is unique  in that it is ultimately tied to the homeowner in case the tenants default.   

Sometimes I get unique answers and sometimes I get information I already know.  

Make sure you are objective and don’t break any fair housing laws.