If the latter, then the emphasis needs to be on what the cash flow looks like once you move out (also why the advice on paying yourself rent is outstanding).

Putting it in the contract tends to put a bit more emphasis on the contractor making sure his guys are careful about it. 

If you are an out of state investor and are investing in the best markets that suit your income, cash reserves, goals, and emphasis on cash flow versus appreciation, than getting into a turnkey asset is a relatively smoother way to get started versus trying to take on a BRRRR as your first investment.

I am more focused on quality of the property, area (heavy emphasis on schools) and thus, tenant.

The interest rates are what they are so I'd put more emphasis on the mortgage payments and your overall deal analysis (down payment, closing costs, rental income, vacancy rate, cap ex, etc).I didn't start out with a investment advisor so I cannot speak to the pros/cons of that, yet I can say building a team of real estate professionals who have investment properties themselves definitely helps.

Trends can change between now and then, so I wouldn't put too much of an emphasis on this, but know that you have options. 

If I could go back, I would have put more of an emphasis on finding a mentor.

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The emphasis on accounting when running money for others is critical. so I thought it might be worthy to mention as you look forward towards career choices.

Shiri:I'm going to preface this with "I'm not an attorney" - however, I do have a Master's degree in Law with an emphasis in real property, trusts, and estates.