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).

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

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.

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.

You can utilize low down payment loans by house hacking your next property.3) Partner with people to invest your capital together.4) Invest in lower cost marketsThe tough thing about real estate investing is that it's capital intensive.

Unless you plan to pair it with a construction division or can build out a brokerage and the property management is utilized to bring in and/or retain business, it's not a great business to be in if you plan to manage 3rd party assets.