I will be seeking legal advice as well from a local attorney.

If you so desperately seek validation its easy to get it.

And investors seek Yields.

Many investors who seek advice in this and other forums use a simple calculator to illustrate their potential investment, then post the calculator screen shot on the forum.  

So with a carrot site, you'll get leads by people finding your page either by organically searching for it, or by ads you are paying for that direct them to your site, where they will fill out a contact form, and you or a team member get in touch with them ASAP to get their info and qualify them (is it really a deal, or someone just kicking tires...e.g. what's my house really worth, but I don't want to sell at the moment).The short answer to your question, which I have immense difficulty doing...obviously :^)  is you *can* get very good leads with carrot, after your site starts to get traction, because the people filling out your contact form on your carrot site are seeking YOU out to solve their problem, and are therefore very qualified leads, where as leads from a list source like I've listed below, you're getting the same leads everyone else is getting and it's either timing, reputation or just shear dumb luck that one of them converts into a deal before someone else snaps it up.

I am seeking recommendations for a contractor that can repair a parapet wall Bronzeville Chicago. 

I would advise not only not buying this property, but also seeking out REI meetings, possibly a mentor locally or someone who has invested out of state before and can help you learn and navigate the ins and outs of investing.  

I do also understand that some people are more abrupt than others but it makes interacting with you feel like I should be holding on to my questions and hoping someone else asks them instead of actively seeking the information that I'm looking for, which is not a position I enjoy being in.I appreciate all of your perspectives on the differences between realtors and wholesalers.

Wondering if there is a good brand that comes in a 5 or 10 pack.  4) Not hard wired for easy installation.  5) Hush function.  6) Semi tamper proof so tenants cannot easily deactivate.I know this may be a lot but wanted to seek any advice or best practices.    

It sounds like you're seeking a PML.