., plumbing, electrical, roofing) and try and estimate the costs for each. 

Some things to consider are the age and condition of major systems like the roof, HVAC, and plumbing.

Lots of good resources here - if you are interested in notes/info on the financing aspect of flips I'd love to help connect you with some experts in those markets

There are companies out there that manage the whole process for you, which I am considering, though until now, I have really wanted the understand all aspects of the vacation rental myself.

Pick your dilemma - tenant quits paying rent and squats in the house for 2 months while you spend $1,000 to evict them, the AC goes out and it's $5,000 to repair, you need a new water heater, or roof, etc.  

The roof needs to last at least 3 years and it more than likely needs to be replaced and I need to update the panel box from fuses to circuit breaker.

I am not against paying for coaching but I believe it is most likely to pay dividends if 1) you know exactly what aspect of RE you desire to pursue and can find a mentor that is a very good fit for the RE you want to pursue.  2) you are very motivated.   

I'd have to widen my ground level porch and extend the roof accordingly.

Nobody will really take care of your asset like you do in the end, AS LONG as  you don't try to become an HVAC and roofing expert in Texas during 99 degrees summer. 

i have been invested with them for 1.5 years and it has been very nice from several aspects.