An experienced realtor can forsee and prevent problems too.  

It's not foolproof but it certainly helps preventing us from getting ripped off.  

This is how we found out that the tenant wasn't changing the air filter, which is his responsibility (we supply the filters) and he also couldn't figure out how to properly use the new thermostat.The filter was so clogged it almost broke the furnace!

If you already have a group of investors you work with, understanding their capital reserves, risk tolerance, timelines on return, and various other factors to help you understand what properties will be good deals for them and should help you narrow down your scope.When thinking about what tools to use, think about what you need to get done.As a wholesaler you will need to find leads on potential investments, run numbers on investments, put together investment packages for your investors, etc.Lead Generation:- Can be done on MLS, Auction sites, etc but remember competition will be high here- Pre foreclosure lists- Drive for Dollars- Social Media Campaigns - Billboards & signsProperty / Market Due Diligence:- Bigger Pockets Tools- Air DNA- Reventure App If you would like to connect and discuss in detail I would be happy to brainstorm.Good luck

The building as a whole needs work also so I'm just trying to figure out if there are any restrictions that'll prevent me from doing rehabs on those vacant units while the other ones are still occupied.

While winterizing your home can help prevent some of these cold weather hazards, the right home insurance policy can protect your home year-round. 

You could add a ductless minisplit system that would provide air conditioning and also heat.

Unfortunately I have only been at my current w2 job for 1 year and I’m hoping this won’t prevent me from securing a loan in the next several months.

If it is VRBO or Air I do not use a lease agreement.

Also in Tel Aviv I have a business contact went to their office for a meeting so I just wrote off one day of the trip again disallowed.. so to me its what is written and what a IRS agent will allow.. anyone can write this stuff off its when  you get audited that things go wonky.