I have been in Milwaukee WI for quite a while as investing in my backyard in NY is cost prohibitive. good luck on your journey!!!! 

Attorneys  dont cost, they pay. 

@Drake BackmanBigger Pockets is a great place to find a tax strategist specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate tax strategist can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding a tax  strategist specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your tax strategist remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a tax strategist willing to work with you throughout the year.

Hard money typically refers to a company that has it's own underwriting guidelines, rates (9% - 15%), costs, draw process ect.

Which ok, I get it, ACH cost money, BUT, RentRedi does not give the landlord the option to pay that. 

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

Make sure your rehab is "renter" cost rehab. etc. 

Insurance is still an annual dog fight via my broker.Read your policy very carefully, consider replacement costs will probably be higher than estimatesResiliency is a requirement here.As far as sell or not....it'll depend on your determination to be here.This ain't the burbs of the bay area.Prepping for heavy rain right now.

Also these things cost money to sell - agent fees (5-6%), whatever your buyer is going to ask for at closing or try to hit you at during inspections (likely several thousand) plus taxes.

Works best if you trust the flipper.Wrap + Second Position Combo: This is a cool little move—you work out a wrap-around mortgage with the seller, then assign that contract to your borrower, and still lend in a second position for repairs or closing costs.