Otherwise taking detailed videos and pictures for the contractor to get a good idea of budget should be sufficient to get a realistic budget. 

Do you have an idea of the area(s) you want to buy in and/or the type of properties you want to buy?

He wanted me to sell the property for him, I knew it was paid off and I knew he didn't need the cash since I just sold a property for him a few months ago, so I presented the idea to him.

I, too, shifted from working with adolescents and young adults to getting into Real Estate... in hindsight, that past experience has helped me in this field, and I believe it will help you as well.2 things I recommend for new BP members in your position:- Use the search feature to find people and topics of interest.

Yeah the idea of having someone else do the calling for me is nice.

This sounds like a good idea. 

Joseph A can you please share your form please, so I have an idea to make my own

He gave the WORST advice on here, clearly had no idea what he was talking about then would say stuff like "Your agent is not on your team, just connect with people doing deals.

I’m considering short-term rentals in the Pocono area of Pennsylvania as a tax-saving strategy, but I’m not sure where to start or how realistic this idea might be.There’s still so much I don’t know about investing, and I’d love some guidance.

.: @Jonathan Greene- good topic.