The most valuable commodity someone your age has is time, meaning if you're serious about this, you can absolutely (i) go to school, (ii) get a part-time job to start tackling that debt (reception at the student center is a great one because you get paid to do your homework and read books!)

For major work, you are supposed to eventually get the CO.So, ultimately, it comes down to the condition of the house and if there will be problems when tackling major work.

I've learned a few valuable lessons along the way that make me pause and think before deciding to tackle a new DIY project.

If you tackle this problem the rest could be easy.You need to buy in cash.

Gonna try to tackle a small multi-family next and go from there. 

What would you say was the best preparation you had for tackling the unique obstacles?

If you want to tackle it yourself, check out a product called RMR-86.

BIG gain. and I have learned the basics of using Quickbooks today. once again i did NOT get to my business plan.. but i really need these numbers from my taxes. i NEED to legally protect my name and slogan before i use it anywhere, and in my bus. plan. but i guess there are alot of aspects of the business plan i could tackle while i work on those areas, in all a GOOD day. tomorrow is Sunday and I think i shall take a breather and relax most of the day- maybe with that i will then tackle hitting my business plan.

Ultimately it is your choice to decide how you want to tackle your situation and it's the CPAs job to ensure you are compliant with accounting standards and federal regulations. 

I don't think I would have had the gumption to tackle this :)