We are talking about residential subdivisions requiring earthwork, utilities, roads, SWM, etc.  

What helped me build confidence were the following:-Listening to as many podcasts including BP as possible-Utilizing the miracle morning routine daily-Read as many real estate investing books that I could get my hands on-Attending as many local real estate meetups as possible-Finding a mentor that was doing what I wanted to do at a larger scale and providing him immense value so he would take me under his wing-Starting my own local real estate meetup-Walk as many properties as possible and make offers.

I have my full VA loan to utilize to initiate my investment goal pursuit. 

Would love everyone else’s thoughts on how you think an inspector can utilize their skills to grow an investment portfolio.

HUD 'Fair market rent' for 44306 is $1230 all utilities included so you ought to get 950ish from section 8 if you don't supply any utilities (Hud small area fmr is 40th percentile rent in the market).

However, there is a tax deferral strategy that could accelerate your depreciation, keeping more money in your pocket today, known as cost segregation.A Cost Segregation study is an IRS approved federal income tax tool that increases near term cash flow by utilizing shorter recovery periods for depreciation to accelerate return on investment.

When people put reno on credit cards or credit lines, it increases their credit utilization rate, which decreases their credit score.

That said if you’re paying the utility bills you’ll need to train your tenants/guests how to use a split.

If you need a finer line than the flathead, use a razor utility knife.

The key to scaling a real estate portfolio is understanding how to utilize leverage to the best of your ability.