I've heard countless horror stories from renters in NYC about how landlords operate up there, that landlords can get away with it I imagine is largely due to immoral government overreach distorting the free market.

While there are a few preliminary inspections for underground work, sewers, etc, the pre board inspection is the 'big one' in terms of the amount of work to be reviewed all at once.Here is a list of what is inspected at the pre board phase: Electrical - all wiring in the house is exposed and can be examined easily by the inspectorPlumbing - drainage, venting, water lines and other elements are looked atGas - a pressure test is shown to the inspector to show the connections are not leakingFireplace - the install and mainly the venting of the fireplace is inspectedMechanical - the furnace, ductwork and return air installation is reviewedBuilding - the structure, engineered work, soil bearing report and sulphate test, radon gas penetrations, fire barrier and many other minor items can be reviewed hereThis multitude of inspections can be helpful to identify any of the countless mistakes or omissions the builder can encounter during the construction process.

This task is a lot harder than it looks, and needs to be repeated countless times to fill every joint.post 32 - dealing with city hallIn a recent post, I discussed how I was threatened with a $10-14k bill from the roads department at City hall regarding damage to the alley behind my project.

A license is always a extra form of income, presents countless opportunities for financial growth, and it's something that can't be taken away!

Hey Ed,You are correct there are countless things to learn and I suggest you start by reading up on whatever you want to learn here on Bigger Pockets.

Based on reading countless posts and BP podcasts, I've decided on the BRRRR strategy as the best approach moving forward with RE investing.

I really appreciate the podcast and countless articles/blogs/forums on the site.

I've researched and read and read and listened to countless podcasts I feel as if I understand the process and I'm getting ready to dive In.

He definitely has influenced a lot of people as countless successful guests on the BP podcast have mentioned that reading Rich Dad Poor Dad was the book that first got the into real estate investing. 

I'm a newbie in the "REI" world (although I've read countless books on the subject, listened to numerous BP podcasts, attended several webinars, etc) I've yet to actually pull off my 1st deal...