Anyone with experience have advice about dealing with the lead situation? 

However, if you’re committed to a specific suburban area, working closely with a local agent who knows the market well could be invaluable.Working with an Agent: Starting with a knowledgeable agent in your chosen market can definitely help streamline your efforts and prevent that analysis paralysis.

As an agent, you likely have several clients, so ask them if they have had any good experiences with contractors.Your client can do the same with their network.Good contractors are one of the hardest things to find for a flip.  

I am new to this website and I love Albuquerque New Mexico.

I have dealt with that myself many times. 

I would recommend you speak with your tax advisor and set it up correctly from the start, whether an LLC, Trust or something else.Also consider states different laws, maybe find a state with more friendly landlord protections. 

Purchase price: $25,000 Cash invested: $35,000 Another great rental with owner finance and private money loan What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

The real estate agent just walked the house with an investor.

OOS investing is much more difficult than advertised. 

Purchase price: $252,000 50% ownerHouse hack worth $400k owe $200KWhat made you interested in investing in this type of deal?