I say this let you know - while you absolutely can do it "on your own" these are just a few reasons ( mentioned above ) why folks hire managers - stress free!

You absolutely should lend our your own capital before lending out other's capital.

This is absolutely incredible.

It absolutely would make home ownership more achievable for those on the margins of feasibility, and these credits have historically surged home sales.

Either you have absolutely no ability to find competent people, or for some reason competent people don’t want your business.  

Also what would be one thing you would absolutely would not do knowing what you know now. 

Your cleaning crew is the absolute hands down most important part of self managing.

The reason I want to sell is there is a property on the market I am absolutely in love with and wouldn't need to upgrade a single thing.

Hey @Maleshia Gilcrease - I absolutely love both the FHA 203k & Homestyle loan programs and think they are the best way to get started in real estate investing.By far, the most important part of executing a renovation loan is making sure you have the right team. 

Hey,Absolutely, lenders are often open to chatting early on, even if you haven’t nailed down the properties yet.