First two transactions client is required to bring in 10k so they have skin in the game then once model is proven  JLH capital provides 100% funding for purchase and if there is rehab 100% of rehab.

:) The hardest part about flipping in Tampa is the higher cost to enter the game here. 

Evaluate the business, financial, analytical, and “people” skills you bring to the game.  

Biggest thing is to have a game plan and discuss it with a Banker to look at the mortgage options and go over numbers for best overall return. 

Clearly, I will find a CPA but I'm trying to get ahead of the game and prepare all the things I'll need for tax filing next year. 

You have skin in the game in the form of your entire net worth.

I’d like to make the jump on my first rental property but have no idea how to get in the game.

Heard there may be a casino coming at some point.  

As long as you are willing to play the long game you don't really have a reason to be overly nice or flexible with this tenant.

I'm a bit late to the game on my reply, but am here if you need another resource as you plan for your first investment property in PHX.