I spent countless hours consulting and 100% of those funds went to buy that home..

But how for newbies like me with no portfolio or track records I spent most of my money on education  now I'm between jobs so it's kind of hard for me to do both.

He should have spent his time making sure good service is provide rather than having his clients in troubles when paying for his service. 

I've tried and spent a crazy number of hours doing research on taxes and assumptions, but it's such a big financial decision that we don't feel comfortable navigating it on our own.

. :) I spent $5,000 to buy my first duplex here in Columbus, Ohio.

I spent $140 in one week, $20/day.

For example, Zillow does a horrible evaluation of my home because it doesn't factor in the fact that I spent over $200K in an addition, full remodel, and a garage conversion into an ADU. 

Basis will be what you spent to purchase the property, plus improvement costs.3.

I think I spent a total of $200 worth of books(audible) .

But fortunately we found someone who has over-delivered on what they promised us in mentorship and it's the best money we've ever spent.