I am mainly interested in seeking out investors not lenders so if the flip incurs a loss I will be somewhat protected as I will not have to pay back the investor as with a lender I still would.

Good Afternoon Biggerpockets!
I am in need of an accountant with knowledge about crypto tax. Any references would be greatly appreciated
Thank you,
Steven

So, I think you are on the right track by seeking education, but also wanting to stay local.

Even if you could figure out how many payments were missed, you cant possibly know how much interest was charged, or late fees, penalties, legal fees, etc...

We are not showing a management fee because we are planning on renting one of the units to our daughter and have her serve as the manager for the other two units (feedback on that is welcome as well).The units have been updated in the past few years and the owner is a licensed contractor who did a good deal of the work with his company (plumbing, electrical, windows, roof).We are planning on using a HML that is offering a 30-year fixed load, 1 point to cover early refinancing since they do not have a penalty to do so, an underwriting fee of $995 and a processing fee of $695. 

Just be sure your language is not ambiguous and that you have the right to terminate without penalty if you don't like the inspections.

If you are seeking out asset accumulation and equity appreciation over the long term then there are certainly fortunes to be made.

I am seeking advice on the best strategies for collecting delinquent payments.

For those without MLS access, Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, and Realtor.com should get you the info you are seeking unless you live in a non-disclosure state, as home sale price is not public record in such states.

Usually a short term interest only rehab loan with no prepayment penalty.