The amount of problems you''ll avoid  and the speed you can scale after you've already worked with an experienced operator is unbelievable2. 

The shortest time I experienced is between 3-90 days when they are in per-foreclosure.

Research potential markets, consider single-family homes and multi-unit properties, and network with experienced investors.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a CPA experienced in real estate investing in the Austin/Round Rock area? 

Or you could use the equity in your existing property to fund a down payment.However, becoming more experienced in real estate investing is best before using leveraging to maximize gains.Alternative Options (Less Investment Required)Suppose you want to start investing in real estate but don’t have enough cash.

Is there an experienced investor that is proficient in excel that would be willing quickly proof read it for me if i were to send it to you?

I feel a bit stuck in this scenario, and I could use some advice.I'm raising some money from private investors and wanted to run some options by more experienced posters, because I'm a bit unclear as to what the best way is to structure my deals with private investors, or if there are better options that I'm not considering.Here are some rough numbers to capture a deal that is on my radar:Loan amount from investor: $110kYearly Interest Paid to Investor: 7%Monthly Rent from Property: $1300Monthly Interest-Only Payment to Investor: $642Monthly Property Taxes: $71Monthly Insurance Payment: $71Property Management fees: $104Net Cashflow: $412Now, this is not a bad outcome, and I am fine with it, but I am wondering what someone else might do differently if you were in my position - Should I charge an upfront fee to my investor (maybe $5k or so for this deal and also keep the cashflow as my monthly management fee), or would you instead use the $110k from the investor to BRRRR a bunch of deals, or would you try to just use the capital for one deal at a time?

Invest in RelationshipsBuilding strong relationships with lenders, contractors, inspectors, real estate agents, and attorneys can help close deals even in tough times: Real Estate Agents: Experienced agents know how to guide buyers and sellers through complex markets.

I am excited and nervous to hear what experienced investors will say about the situations I have going on.

And the market conditions are unwelcoming (physically distressed inventory, difficulties with Ogden City, and poor tenant pool).