@Craig Wilcox I'm struggling with this one right now as a recent college graduate.

Fortunately, I haven't had to experience the struggle of not having work or money at the same time more than once.

Home Value as is $125 KPurchase Price - $70 kThe owner I would be purchasing it from is losing it to the bank and wants to continue to rent with the option of purchasing the house back in 5 years or less for 90 K.I have never done a lease back ; what should I put in my lease with the renter to protect myself down the line if she was to struggle with payments ; damage the home ; etc ?

.- calculating ARV- Estimating rehab costs- Understanding & calculating acquisition, sells & holding costs - Analyzing deals for suitability to various exit strategies - among othersYou will continue to struggle with what to do next and how to do it.

My experience is in accrual based accounting, so I'm struggling with how to handle the property taxes on a cash basis.

As @Aaron Montague mentioned, there is a local REIA that is struggling to get off the ground.

I love working with people which was why I chose theater and acting has helped me with my struggles in depression, but I also realize now that I don't necessarily like working for people.

I'm struggling to get my first wholesale deal. 

Prices are still struggling, although demand has finally increased as inventory shrinks.I looked at several other areas over the years and couldn't find other areas that compared when you look at tall facets.  

I am really struggling with HOW to find private investors!!