Once it's a bit more robust I'm happy to share my spreadsheet.

@Sam OwensSince you are a first time investor, I would suggest assigning the property "as is" instead of undertaking a rehab.Unless you have funds on your own or you personally know people with money, it will be hard to get money, even from private lenders, unless you are willing and able to put some "skin in the game" (money down.)You build up your experience and resume as an investor by doing a few wholesaling or assignment deals to start with.Also don't second guess what potential buyers would be willing to pay for the property.

Also, Kevin Johnson's mayoral term ends in three months; allowing him to resume Oak Park development after a 8 year hiatus.

Some other things I like... 1) they offer a free website that is up ALL the time no just when you have a listing; 2) they have a bit more of a robust maintenance and vendors tracking system whereas Cozy's is more like an afterthought; 3) they offer an esignatures section which is extremely valuable in today's age. 

Hi Michael,Rentec is a great program, it was simply more robust than what I really needed for my purposes.

This would include having a robust understanding of the ARV and the costs/fees associated with the sale. 

There are legit teachers out there that help people pass licensing exams or set up their business, but any time you're looking at someone that has a resume that makes no sense for what they are doing...scroll past. 

That sounded like I was writing a resume lol. 

Even buyers at foreclosure auctions see such robust activity that new investors are finding few 'deals' in the historically lucrative distressed sale niche.I've preached for years that in my niche, probate, the deals are made not by buying on the cheap but negotiating seller financed opportunities that favor a mid-or long-term buy and hold model, not a quick fix and flip. 

Come prepared with a business plan or some sort of resume of your experience and plans.