I”m sure the ROW agent is evaluated/promoted on how much he can get done for the city at the lowest cost.

To pick a location, I understand I want to evaluate median income, a large population of those approaching retirement age, and a decently dense population.

Further Evaluation (Professional based)Comment 2: Yard wetComment 23/24/25/26/27: Electrical WorkComment 4/5/6/7/40: Glass repairs/sealedComment 28/29/30: Hvac repairsComment 49: Chimney inspected/cleanedRepair (Handyman based)Comment 3: Vegetation removalComment 12: Leaking hose bibComment 13: Sewer cap replacedComment 19: Door knob replacedComment 22: Replace all batteries in smoke detectorsComment 38: Replace clamp in sinkComment 39: Replace dishwasherComment 41/48: Dry wall prepareComment 44/47: Door repairHave you decided on a property manager yet?

While learning the ins and outs of how to evaluate and fix/renovate a property. 

Start with a list of cities with a metro population greater than 1M, and evaluate each city against all the additional criteria.

Work with a financial planner to evaluate cash flow projections and confirm this move aligns with your long-term financial goals.

A lot of moving pieces to sometimes evaluate by looking back.  

It is not, it has limited application, and for travel expenses it does not apply at all.If you do not have a mileage log, you have to do your best good faith estimate and then pray that you're not audited.

I'd also recommend joining a local Indianapolis based REIA asap. the REIA will provide a group of investors who could get you some contractor recommends if you decide to GC the prop yourself.You said it "needs a little work done" but budgeted $50k so those two things kind of contradict unless the home is a larger home...just curious, what's "a little work", if you haven't had an inspection yet and don't feel comfortable evaluating the costs on your own?

For his coaching he advertises that his coaches are paying members who are independent contractors & not employed by REtipster & that you are encouraged to evaluate them & determine their suitability for your needs.