I walked through a house yesterday, and talked with some very interested sellers.  

I'll send you a private message to talk specifics.There are pros and cons about waiting until the fall and winter.

You can find all the contractors you need -- just go to Lows or Home Depot 5:30 in the morning and talk to the folks buying material for their next job - negotiate Charles 

If someone comes to me, I'll send them your way.If you need help in your search or want to verify something don't hesitate to ask.For example: I have clients worldwide and things are just as easy as I e-mail them, talking on the phone.

I talked to the neighbors.

Hi James,I'm a newbie, but the things you're talking about are all the same things I've been reading about, so it sounds like you're on the right track.

Been at this a couple of years...talked With a number of sellers...they all seem to think I'm nuts when I get to the part about my offer being 60-65 cents on the dollar...is this realistic?

I'll talk to my bank and see if I can just keep the money on deposit, make a cash offer and let them finance it at the close.

It's a double closing, I just want be sure theirs no gotcha clauses......I have looked at the property with my GC and talked with my RE now the contract just needs a going over on my 1st deal that I think is a dealurgently needed... 

You need to talk to the owner.