Depending on your strengths and experience, you may choose to do some of these services yourself but like most things in life, you are trading your time for cost of having someone else do it for you.I think it really depends on your strengths, how you want to spend your time and much you want to scale your business. 

Land banking in the path of renewable energy projects could definitely pay off, especially if you choose parcels with the right zoning and infrastructure in place.While my focus has been more on the East Coast, I’d love to hear how things are shaping up in Kern County.

Choose that one and use it.

If you switch later, that is another set of problems.When entering a transaction is easy, but trying to balance, analysis reports is a challenge - Now is the time you need to take an accounting course - learn debits and credits and more.Pick and choose wisely.

yup I believe loans in excess of your basis the interest is not deductable.. and from what is posted sounds like that would for sure be the situation  .. so maybe if he chooses to take the loans he needs to only borrow his basis.. on each property.

I've been saving cash on the side in case (1) the company changes its mind in future quarters and I'll have to pay my own tuition to finish, and (2) so I can cover the remaining tuition if I choose to leave the company sooner.

She's consistently recognized as a top producer in the Charlotte area.If you’re going to be getting a mortgage, please be aware that you won’t be able to choose the appraiser, but as an appraiser yourself you are at a great advantage to estimate the value of the property post rehab.

Keep in mind, the inevitable replacement of the inexpensive option + the plumber's labor will be 3x the cost of the better option so I choose to spend the additional $100 on day one. 

I will be injecting new funds every year.Full Control: I enjoy analyzing deals and prefer to have full control over my investments, so syndication is not an option.Given that I'm a complete newbie in real estate, I would greatly appreciate your advice on the following:Selection Criteria: What factors should I prioritize when choosing properties?

It’s important to choose someone who can provide a thorough inspection and report quickly, especially since you're making a significant investment without seeing the property in person.Best,Jackson