I think to get started, you might not necessarily need to have tons of money, ie sell your truck, but if you can bring the deal to someone who has the money you should be able to negotiate a cut of it and get the ball running from there.I think maybe if I was in your shoes, I'd try to find the lender first, ask them what kind of return they're looking for, and then use that to set up your spreadsheet.

(Do they take a cut?)

I never did understand why they get a cut when repairs are made as they get a monthly fee and that fee is for more than simply collecting rent and putting it in my bank account.

If you didn't find a buyer in time, that's probably why. 9 out of 10 buyers won't care if they have to pay you a cut as long as there's still room in there for them.But to answer your question, I don't think there is any reason to have a noncompete if you already have a signed contract with the seller ...

If you can manage a washer and dryer, you'll be a cut above the competition.

If this talent agency is taking a cut and issuing the 1099s then be very cautious.

I have many contractor contacts that I work closely in the area and many tell me that the property managers usually asks for a cut of their bill when and request to present a bigger invoice to the owner. 

Yeh, i recognize it may be a cut in pay but I'm thinking if my budget can handle it then the education makes up for it. 

They got paid for 1 year up front of rent from a company and told me they would take a cut and mail me a check for the remainder (sounds fair right?).

Under cabinet lights, and a blower vent that actually vents outdoors might be nice.Since there is so little counter top space have you given any thought to a deep sink with a cutting board.You don't want to overspend/over-improve, so asking a FEW local successful Area Realtors what features are hot and which are duds, vs what you or I like might be time well spent (before spending dollars).Good Luck!