Does anyone have a trusty renovation/construction estimate calculator or guide they use for our market? 

I can help you out and guide you, you're doing a lot of the right things and I think I can help you get some clarity and move in a good direction.calendly.com/paulhanchard

What I have been guiding my new clients toward is to find deals that cashflow (not too difficult if self managing, tougher but not impossible with management). 

I like the Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing.

Porsha,Homestyle is a great program fairly simple in terms of guide lines and not hard to get approved.

They can also help guide you if it is even worth it or not.

As a father and a real estate investor, one of the most fulfilling experiences I've had is guiding my 16-year-old son into the world of real estate investing.

You can pivot based off the neighborhoods whether you want more appreciating deals or better cash flow, I have a mixed portfolio worth about 2.5m.Let's chat i'd love to help guide you and possibly serve you with your real estate needs.

Opportunity Zone InvestmentsAn Opportunity Zone are areas that struggle with poverty and lack the necessary access to economic opportunities.

Here's a guide to help: https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-to-help-your...