Set a goal to do XX (Travel / Visit) as reward for accomplishing your goal of BLANK.Above all else, don't scrimp on investing in yourself.

Visit a handful of properties and walk through with the rehab worksheet tool and use the calculator as well.

Hi am a newbie at RI, taking my first action by visit a banker. any advice on what to ask?

Also use that site visit as a chance to interview at least 3 agents to make sure you find the right fit before making a commitment.I hope this helps.

Yes I have participated in forum discussions, I continue to listen to podcasts and have even gone so far as to visit a few markets (Columbus and Indianapolis), but other than some additional knowledge, I have nothing on paper to show for my time invested, other than $600 in debt for the trips to Columbus and Indy. 

I'd just visit a few lenders and have the discussion.

I would suggest you call or visit a county sales record department and/or the local Chamber of Commerce or a growth related #1 association that is local (like a local appraisal company).Best wishes! 

Ask the owner if they would hire them again or not.Ask the contractor if you can go visit a similar to yours jobsite they are finishing up on now and look at the quality of their work.Good Luck!

Go visit a rehab in progress from another investors and ask they questions about costs and the scope of work. 

Visit a real estate agent directory to find one near you and start exploring the possibilities.