Of course you will now ask.. of but it will take me an other whole analysis paralysis stage to figure out what to do.No you do not.Once you take the first step the second and third step become very clear.So then, what step to take first?

@Darin White I am more of a cash flow investor at my stage of life.

@Dion Martorella When you are running your numbers on the purchase side before buying a rehab rental make sure the numbers still work for you based on addressing any major capex in the renovation stage.

they may sue and go through the first stages of filing and depos and orders to compel and all that.. but when reality sets in about how much an actual trial is going to cost that's when they usually have a come to Jesus moment and either settle or go for binding arb.  

, it’s pretty much a no brainer - especially in the earlier stages of your investing career.

Without more info about what exactly you are trying to accomplish or what specifically this mentor can do for you, $5k is most likely too much to pay at this stage of the market cycle.Learning how to do the math to calculate (70% minus repairs) your MAO is completely detached from and not relevant to actually being able to convince a seller to sell for 60%ish of market value.  

If a lender is making mistakes at this stage (aka, not showing all their fees) that might be a good indication of things to come.  

I am currently reading every book I can and am just at the beginning stages of this, but I do know that I want to turn it into a full time career for myself. 

Is it properly staged and marketed with bright and appealing pictures?

Instead, I'd be all about maximizing the growth of my capital.On the other hand, if I'm transitioning into retirement, cash flow is now a top priority.Your stage in life and your goals will dictate which metric to focus on.Good luck!