Find an architect who specializes in this type of work, and who is very familiar  with the building department

Participants are continuously told “we’ll cover all these details so you can do this too in just a moment”, the moment never arrives. 

You find this out by talking to people, speaking with past residents, people in the industry, or mystery shopping the property.Using technology to pull in data so you don't have to manually type it in, is helpful, but other than that, I would not trust automation. 

Many investors in your situation also explore seller financing or subject-to deals to minimize upfront costs, especially if they find a seller open to creative terms. 

If you find a good manager, they will help you narrow in on the best communities to invest in, which properties make the best investment, rent rates, locating quality contractors, and more.

You have to find better deals or overlooked opportunities.

Hi Brant, glad to have you as part of this community! 

DM me with some details about what you are trying to do and we can talk.

Hello Jon,Just something to consider I don't know the details but beaverdam lake gets drained periodically and its just a mudpitt. 

he does some incredibly detailed walkthroughs on BRRRRs and flips and he covers the types of costs that are often overlooked.