We shall see but it may all be just typical yap yap.

While I don’t typically work with real estate agents to find deals, I do collaborate with other professionals throughout the process.

how long does it typically take to make your first gator deal after joining the program?

Condo's are usually on the cheaper end of cost for appraisal reports, typically not $750 (but if it's a high end condo or in an area with there's some complexity, the fee can reflect that). 

But that's typical with new builds here.I think Elan was smart to list at 1800/month, but I do not agree it was under market - the fact that his rented quickly and there are others sitting for more than 100+ days tells you that 1800/month is exactly market value."

Testing the entire BRRRR process to see if it's the right strategy for me long-term.building equity through rehab and build out will be best achieved with a lower priced cash purchase---typically wholesale. or word of mouth. depends on the region though. lots of ways to hunt for good BRRRR candidates, but hunting on the MLS typically wont get you low enough prices to make sense....My brother-in-law, who owns a landscaping company in Lee’s Summit, works with a lot of local builders and has been a huge help...This sounds like a great resource for finding subs that will do the work for you independently. most subs can do other types of work as well.If you’ve worked with trustworthy contractors or subcontractors in the Jackson County/MO area (especially those familiar with investment properties), I’d love your recommendations.

How much upfront costs are typically involved in a project before you know if it's a viable project to pursue? 

I doubt including utility fees in in the PMA.

Utilities, insurance, pm, misc would place my expense estimates about 10% higher than your estimate.we agree that mls San Diego properties at 75% LTV are likely large negative cash flow. 

@Polat Caglayan very ambiguosu question, but read the helpful info below to guide your next set of questions:)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?