I am technically an active CPA but haven’t been actively using the certification in almost 10 years and never specialized in tax, but I still have the general background and understanding.

Having burned with few tenants, I am considering to tenant income and asset verification on top of regular background check.

I have a small background in construction -- I used to do small jobs like tear up carpet or help cut or demolish sheet rock for my local church -- so I'd like to try serving as my own general contractor.

It's fantastic to have you as a new member, especially with your background in real estate in East Tennessee.

Eric, your background as a local firefighter at JBLM adds a unique angle to real estate investing.Dave Meyer's strategy book seems valuable, and it's wise to choose your focus area thoughtfully, especially in a competitive market like Seattle/Tacoma.Welcome aboard and best of luck investing!

After talking again to his team they transferred me to Steve where he proceeded to listen to PORN in the background and telling me I would need to pay more money.

Most lenders will want to see at least 2 years of steady income, and income from part-time work or your own business can help to strengthen your financial background.

It will also depend on the type of loan, technically lenders cannot discriminate when taking a loan application. 

The lender will want to know about their financial background in order to underwrite the loan.

Because the question was not about becoming rich but about a highly technical aspect of the tax law.