A designer (I'm thinking of a fresh grad architect) should be able to work with you more vs a full architect, I like giving opportunities to fresh starters to build their profile and for a cheaper price.

William Be sure to stop by my store in Louisville,  Builders Surplus  5600 Poplar Level Rd.  

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The Bigger Pockets book store if full of great books: https://www.biggerpockets.com/store

You are still tethered to MLS if you need fresh up-to-date data.

The Bigger Pockets book store if full of great books: https://www.biggerpockets.com/store

I hear a lot on both sides about purchasing to rent so you start fresh with renters and purchasing already rented as you know where the income already is.

Ketan Patel , ventilate the attic and get a fan up the to circulate fresh air.

My previous endeavors have been buying smalls (store closing inventory, etc.) and reselling for profit.

Open a Flooring store called Big Bobs Flooring at 20 and still running the shop and selling flooring.