And sometimes people get caught up in the bidding and pay more than a perfect house in move in condition would sell for in that area.

Sure we would all like to time things perfectly when the cycle dips/there’s a crash, but if you are planning to hold long term it’s very different than flippers who have houses when the market crashes and “are playing musical chairs and don’t have a chair”.

How can I practice perfecting rehab cost and ARV in Winter Garden?

Imo, REI is a perfect fit for me.

I'd say your plan is perfect. $$$ is always the favorite gift for newly weds and a small gift to Petsmart adds a personal touch.

The way I feel that I contribute to affordable housing is that I am perfectly fine renting to section 8 tenants.

They’re not perfect but they are reliable, honest and returns have averaged 8%. 

Perfect learning infrastructure for young guys like us.

I feel that one year gives me enough time to learn the ropes and make the relationships needed to make a good decision when I find that perfect deal.I'm glad to finally jump on here and get involved (more than just reading books and listening to the BP podcast). 

Not perfect of course, but I’m adapting to dealing with their issues and putting in place system to re-train their approach to dealing with a responsible landlord.