My marketing is underway and my buyer's list is growing so that part is working. 

We have done our fair share of research and did not want to get stuck in analysis paralysis so I am glad we are under way on our first deal, but it is nerve-wracking nonetheless and I am sure we are hit some learning speed bumps.One question I am struggling with is how i should factor in holding costs (conventional loan + utilities, insurance, tax, etc.)

Would the construction already have to be underway-- would the property already have to have it's parcel/strap #?....

Is there any type of loans I could use to get my first flip under way?

I have spoken with the city and verified that I am allowed to add this unit, we're already under contract to add the meter for power with an electrical company, and have already had the sewer pipes dug and installed under our slab, I am well under way!

Would love to get my direct mail marketing underway soon...

@Jess Turner, congrats on getting your first investment project bought and underway.  

I have an extensive internet marketing background so I have several projects underway to help generate online leads.

You’ve contacted the authorities and supposedly investigations are underway.

I just explain to the tenants that the eviction process is underway for legal purposes but you want to work out a deal outside of the eviction.