For design, it really depends on your preference? 

Activities prior to launch, but after you have purchased the property, also count.2) I'd recommend reaching out to the other individuals that work on the property and ask them for an email or time log of their hours on your property.

A lot of this type thinking is a result of the individual having no understanding, or conception of interest, principal or “the time value of money”.  

It's also worth mentioning that I already have a good relationship with a wholesaler in town who knows other good contacts, and I am able to use some of these contacts as good resources for general knowledge and learning how it all works.I recently had to close my business of 9 years, and so instead of getting a W2 job or start some other "normal" business, I'd much rather prefer to have house flipping be my primary source of income. 

I recommend you consult with a lender with expertise in investing, preferably someone local to you, to discuss the lending options best suited for your goals, strategy, and tactics.

Unless you’re a very unusual individual, I believe a full service broker would be better for people who lack these attributes. 

There are many good paid coaching programs, but not all are the right fit for each individual. 

•Are there specific trends or tenant preferences in El Cajon that I should consider?

@Mary AinsworthFor my flipping business, I prefer to use fewer software programs to streamline things.

The downside of preferred equity.