I've been a wholesaler for over 10 years and have also done some flipping and would say that running things ethically will cause you to lose a bit here and there, but ultimately will build your reputation and therefore your business as you gain buyers who love making deals with you and people with whom there is mutual trust.

Who are some reputable players (lawyers, real estate accountants, realtors, mortgage brokers, etc.) in my area?

Please contact me if you are reputable, reasonable, and committed. 

I consider my source as being pretty reputable but wanted to hear others experiences. 

Otherwise, they are certainly reputable PMs in the area.

I would also gladly vouch for her honesty, and she values her reputation more than she values money.She's at least worth a conversation as you are interviewing prospects.Amesha has her own brokerage, affiliated with Keller Williams:Mason & Associateshttp://www.ameshamason.com/

They have a reputation for party houses in Austin.

Coming from someone who also has bad credit the best advice I could give you is work on getting your credit fixed either on your own or a paid reputable professional.

-up to 35k in rehab costs -still has to meet certain va requirements - need oversight of licensed GC Like I said I have not done this yet so I'm not sure how reputable it is but it would be hard to beat a 0down va loan! 

@Scot Hulshizer I think you've got the right idea - join some local REI groups...There you'll find mentors and colleagues who can help you on your journey and recommend reputable vendors.