Specifically, I would encourage you to continue to seek local opportunities for equity growth as well as seeking out-of-state or upstate opportunities for cash-flow (i.e.

You can run one-off searches for phone numbers and email addresses, and they often have promos for new users.Spokeo for Professionals: While not specifically real estate-focused, it’s a reliable option for finding contact info for individual property owners, especially for one-off searches.Forewarn: This is great for verifying contact details and gives a bit more intel on leads.

I actually ended up going through a big career change, and attended a 6-month bootcamp to learn Software Development after 7 years cooking professionally in fine-dining kitchens. 

Also makes it look professional when a potential renter comes to look at it.

Readers should seek professional advice.

The first is that there's no consensus between tax professionals, and the second is that you will not like my personal interpretation.My interpretation is:Until the property is "placed in service" - everything goes into basis.Illustration.You buy a property July 1st.You finish rehab November 1st and put the property on the market.Your tenant moves in January 15th.The property was placed in service November 1st, and it does not matter that the tenant did not move in until the next year.Everything paid between July 1st and November 1st, including interest and utilities, goes into basis.

Licenses are typically required if you plan to work in a professional real estate role, like as an agent or broker.

I'd only add to get a professional inspection done with a very thorough team.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.