A host with a lot of properties always needs people on call to put out fires, deliver random items etc so maybe you can help with that. 

I look at every single item in the pro forma and imagine that it is complete BS, and see if I can challenge it.

I recommend teaching him basic construction and property inspection (4-point items); 'lipstick on a pig' can kill an investment and reputation faster than anything in this business.Best...

I have been poor very poor living off food banks and pawning items just to eat for a day and do it again.

1) Not blown money on cars, luxuries items, CC2) House hacked a 2-4 unit.

By sourcing directly from trusted factory partners, Griffin Modern saved significantly on key elements like the Pivot door, floating staircase, glass handrail, and casement windows—items that normally cost 30% more when purchased at retail.

Next step - DON’T overlook key inspection items: sewer scope and radon testing.✅ Radon is a radioactive gas that is released from granite into the soil that is known to cause cancer, and can leach right into your home.✅ Any home built before 1980, likely has cast iron or clay sewer lines which will deteriorate over time.These issues can be avoided.

This of course depends on your starting bank roll - but if its like mine (under 100k) - Im trying to put as little as possible into it on top of initial equity and fees.this will likely chew a big hole in your ROI  (now if you are looking to improve value with a cash out refi or a great prospect comes along that needs combo new plumbing, roof, windows, foundation repair, etc - well just make sure you know what youre getting into and/or have a good contractor and finger on the pulse of the market when estimating the ARV YOURSELF - couple missed items and you risk having a bad first investment and not doing it again).    7) dont be scared be ambitious ( i should heed my own advice sometimes) 8) define numbers goals within your target areas.  

There's always so many personal items left behind in the home we have to sort through.

Yes, I would be very happy to receive a copy of your itemized deduction sheet as a sample.