Or consider working with another experienced developer/investor to bring a deal to the table and some cash for a possible joint venture!  

I brought a buyer to the table that was okay with the foundation issues, but a few more issues popped up i.e., electrical.

We had to fly over a mountain range to get to the ranch.

Like if your table saw and tools over there or other valuables like new appliances that can be stolen if the guy forgets to lock up?

Glad you guys benefitted... guess I'll have to let the O'Side Triplex idea go... bummer : (They now also have the following disclaimer on the website:PLEASE NOTE: For purposes of determining the VA guaranty, lenders are instructed to reference only the One-Unit Limit column in the FHFA Table “Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Maximum Loan Limits for Mortgages Acquired in Calendar year 2015 and Originated after 10/1/2011 or before 7/1/2007”.

Very rarely do I actually meet with a lender before I get to the closing table for the first time with them.  

Security was a trust deed on a condominium (or so it appeared) in a city close to where I live. 12% interest only monthly payments, balloon in a few months (the maturity date had expired a few years ago).Looked at the signer of the note (borrower) , it was a corporation signed by an officer of the corporation.I'm leaving for a family camping/fishing trip up in the mountains, so I don't have much time to dig deeper until I get back.  

Anyone in the New London County Connecticut/ Rhode Island area feel free to contact me with any advice or help I am open for the knowledge shared and if anyone wants to meet and talk deals or what I can bring to a table as a buyers agent for you I would love to meet and shoot ideas back and forth.

I use Mountain View Title and they are great to work with.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses, The Book on Estimating ReHab Costs http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbook This may be of limited value to your experience but check the Table of Contnents.Download BP’s newest book here some good due diligence in Chapter 10.