I would check your cash flow in relation to that $55k number to see if it's sufficient for you.

You could just let the money build up in your checking account.

Get an estimate from a GC to get a good idea of what is required.Market Comparables: Check what similar-sized homes with finished basements or additional bedrooms are appraising for in your area.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Yep check BP and Meetup.com or Eventbrite for local meetups @Baron Wheeler

My wife is always very aware of any charges on our account and that has saved us many times.

Waiting for previous landlord's reference check which has both name 

If PropStream’s data isn’t cutting it, you might want to check out Prime Tracers.

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

Not much there yet but there’s a gigantic project in the workshttps://www.mesadelsolnm.com/mediaOk, I'll have to check it out thanks !