This site has been instrumental in getting me from 0 properties to where I am today. 

Ironically people that tend to be good with reno projects don't tend to be so great with money. 

You can find it through the MNREIA web site or email me if you have any troubles.Type @ and the first few letters of a person's name to link.

Tailor these amounts to the significance of the task; for example:Roofer: $1,000/day (critical to weatherproof the site).Painter or garage door installer: $100–$200/day.Contract Value & Payment Terms:Agreed payment amount (lump sum or itemized costs).Breakdown of payment terms:Deposits.Progress draws.Retainage (if applicable).Scope of Work:Be as detailed as possible.

Then you can check AirDNA.co (or similar site). 

Than be smart, site back and listen, take it all in, be a good student. 

You can take his advice to heart many others on this site are merely brokers..

I found a property on an auction site that I'd like to bid on.

You can still use a property manager for on-site tasks while managing bookings, marketing, and bookkeeping remotely, but your hours must be documented and exceed the property manager’s.

I feel direct mail is another great method.