First, I apologize if the below is not in the correct area.

I'm new to this, apologies in advance for any silly questions!

I haven't sent out any yellow letters yet, so I apologize for the question.

Hey @Terence Eng - Apologies for my late response. - Ended up getting it months and months later however, I got word from one of the contractor's workers that he was totally putting off my job and most likely delaying the permit process on his own.A project were doing for a co-op in Journal Square JC - we got permits in 3 weeks,however, that is just for construction versus electrical, plumbing, mechanical.I would expect 2-4 weeks in a normal town but JC I heard can be longer depending on what your requesting.Also, in some towns if you tell them you're flipping versus applying as a homeowner it can take longer. - Also, if you're flipping some towns will make you get an architect to do drawings if you're doing a half bath or other things.

@Teresa DelaMater I apologize, I'm just seeing this message because I wasn't mentioned in your previous comment.

Apologies for the consecutive posts - I don't mean to steer the conversation. 

Apologies for my ongoing newbie questions but...Do I get the HELOC and the other mortgage from the same lender? 

I apologize.

[Chris, if I'm speaking out of turn, my apologies].

First I would like to apologize if this question was already asked I'm knew to this forum.My question is before even thinking of investing should I get a career in real estate like an appraiser or anything else in that same field?