In these types of situations, I find it far safer for me as the buyer to take control of the property by doing this a subject-to type of transaction (we get title and record with a title company). 

For anyone who may not know, the "table" is where I come for ideas, whether it's for a transaction, renovation, structure, etc.

Also, Their could be a lot of liens or back taxes on the property Which could really effect your budget.  

Pay is comparable and living in KC will allow me to build a solid portfolio over the next 4-8 years, allowing me to effectively buy enough cash flow.It's been my only major step toward cutting my expenses, but what market you live in is HUGE, especially when you're talking living in a extremely pricey one.Meal preping my lunches and dinners for the week has helped save a lot of money.Like @Jay Hinrichs i too am a mileage junkie.

Currently, I have a full time job in the fenestration business, and I was legitimately curious if the whole concept of "indoor/outdoor living" had a major effect on home values in the Phoenix market.

I partner with and finance transactions such as yours.

How do I go about doing all this in a cost effective manner and still make profits?

Get someone that has your back working for you though, I don't like to take risks in transactions as big as these.

Hi @Monique Rene Coates.I'm not sure I understand...Are you saying: 1) You had a mutual understanding with someone that you'd be paid a set fee for referring a buyer to them; 2) You then referred such a buyer to them; 3) They subsequently closed on a transaction with this buyer;  and, 4) They then reneged on the verbal agreement and paid you no fee?

I guess I am not following you.. what is your roll in this transaction. can you explain how your setting this up.. are you doing a lease option with the owner.. then re leasing it for more money to the actual tenant / buyer ( hopefully )