For me, I run my own experiments and constantly try to get better/improve operations.

If you keep pushing back your closing date, and the broker is constantly going around your questions, this is clearly a sign that you may not close on the loan.

Managing the manager is going to be a constant process, as they will not take care of the property as much of the actual owner.

Quote from @David Spurlock: How are they getting access to mess with the water? 

I have access to some data that let's see some of the criteria I am after and it is OK but does anyone know if Crexi has good data? 

If we had constant, repeat turnover - every year or two - then we might have to alter this but these days I've got a number of tenants closing in on 7-10 year stints, so having a month of down time (it usually only ends up maybe 2 weeks) gives us a chance to go through the unit and get everything up to par before we (hopefully) park another tenant for 5-10. 

I constantly hear from investors who will only look at off market opportunities and dismiss any and all properties listed on the local MLS.

Is a HELOC the best way to access cash for purchasing an investment property, or are there better alternatives?

The land will be zoned residential and will potentially has access to water, sewer and probably electricity (not necessarily) It's in a good location.

He offers $50/month coaching with direct access to him, and other benefits.