You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

There are various software tools like [insert a tool you recommend] that can help track your time and expenses in real-time.

Dumb question - but are these auctions online only, or in-person? 

Also look at pricing softwares and adjust accordingly.

You can buy a set of five for under $300, subscription for the recording software is $10 a month, then the cost of WiFi or hotspot.If you've already had a couple break-ins, you are obviously in a high-crime area.

 $200-$320kPreferable no HOA.Need a realtor who can bring experience and perspective to these neighborhoods beyond what I can get online myself.  

There are a lot of websites that offer the course online, or if you have a college near you, they also typically offer a class that satisfies the pre-licensing requirement.

Yes, operations is a big part of that, especially for anyone that wants to be a business for the long-term.If I were you, I would be talking to office brokers about partnering more than an online forum.   

Now I found one that specializes in real estate investors that was recommended by an online mentor.

I would never form an entity with them when I can do it online with a firm that charges a fraction of what they charge).