Need to be sure you include the "unknown budget" and never take the optimistic approach as it is better to have money left at the end than writing more and more checks that were unplanned for.Again, if you can walk through an actual property and compare notes with someone that does it in your area (key factor), you will be way ahead of what a generic book can give you.

Check your local/state law.

Check out Military to Millionaire on Instagram.

We could have saved some money starting to clean up the property if we had only checked in with the neighbors first.

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

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).

VRBO does not seem to do the same guest verification or background checks as Airbnb and you have to opt in to Damage Protection (insurance or deposit) which I've read can detract people from booking.

We use Chase, and they have checked that our LLCs are registered and current on filings.

Let's check the Regulations 1.21-1 which clarify Section 21.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.