I’m a realtor and have completed a CRM on final build so based on a Comparative Market Analysis I would have instant equity upon completion of the build and could sell or refinance. 

I've followed BP for a while now but I have finally started taking steps toward achieving my goals. 10 years ago I wish I had entered the industry, rather than going back to school for my degree in education.

And finally, be clear on your strategy—whether it's cash flow, appreciation, or a mix of both.

So I've been doing my own taxes in Turbotax for 20 years now (I only own 2 rental properties but both were BRRRs), and I finally got stuck on something and went to a CPA 2 years ago, and he reviewed my past 5 years of returns and pointed out that I had made multiple mistakes (incorrectly categorizing repairs vs capex, calculating basis and therefore depreciation wrong, failing to realize that certain expenses for a home converted to a rental property start being deductible the day the property was placed in service vs actually occupied, the list goes on). 

I finally got my inherited semi detached SFH (C+ working class neighborhood) ready to rent out but the attached house sticks out like a sore thumb and I believe the tenants do it on purpose as a deterrent and intimidation factor. 

Finally, two other things that you can look into or talk with your CPA to see if there could be any advantages to you (you may be phased out due to income for some) is the Section 199A pass-through deduction, which would require you to start tracking hours spent on your real estate enterprise, as well as the possible CA SALT tax workaround in case you were interested in deducting more than the $10k state and local tax cap for the next few years.If you need referrals for professionals in any of these areas in the San Diego area, feel free to reach out. 

After long consideration, I have finally decided to purchase an investment property.

Finally, if you want a broker to be fully committed, consider retaining them in an exclusive agreement.

Finally, most companies won't loan to an LLC without a personal guaranty unless the LLC has a lot of assets and a very long history of creditworthiness. 

I asked for a thorough inspection report and months later I finally got it.