Hi Rosette,I saw your post from a few months ago and hope your investing journey is going well!

Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources. 

., sounds like this was in Los Angeles County.Would you mind sharing who you used to do the Lot Split?

The alternative to that is going to the Cape, Western MA, as well as adjacent states with coastal/lakeside properties where many of us New Englanders vacation. 

As an investor you need to understand the assumptions behind the numbers, as well as terminology.  

I would like software that will grow with us.   

high-quality, well-lit photos tend to attract more attention from potential renters. 

It's likely you'll be able to raise the rent as well with the upgraded unit and you can look to market it during the time of rehab. 

For walls in common areas like halls and stairs, there are rigid products that can absorb some sound.

Do you know the markets you threw out really well?