Make sure the driveway/lot/street drainage does not go into your front door or garage, many do.Be aware that many houses started as Summer cabins in the 1950's and were added on and added on without permits or any building skill. 

But you do need qualified subcontractors that are capable and skilled at their particular trade. 

My suggestion is invest in quality education that helps you build your skill set then go all in.

Most don't have the time, skill, bandwidth, energy or tools to do REI themself, but they may have capital, and together we can.

I'm also willing to contribute my time and skills if anyone is looking for an extra pair of hands -- just looking to learn from shadowing and practical experience. 

Everything it produces needs to be tweaked, but it gives me fresh ideas.It's a powerful tool, but its strength depends on the skill of the person wielding it.

Just like everything else in life, get started, keep honing those skills (i.e. keep reading, keep learning, keep attending the meetups) and watch yourself get better and better witch each property you buy.I hope this helps and good luck on your real estate journey!

I am however handy, I have a degree in biology and I do have a trade skill set in automotive mechanics, and I am always willing to return the favor for anyone pointing me in the right direction.

Building a Successful Multifamily Syndication Team: Essential Skills and RolesMultifamily syndication is a powerful investment strategy that allows investors to pool their resources and acquire larger, more profitable properties than they could individually.

What really matters is what's important to you and whether or not your agent has the skill and market access to ensure you're getting a good value.