I would love to hear some feedback in regards to the steps and roadblocks that may pop up that the books and videos may not teach as well as remain in contact and see where I can add future value. 

Never hurts to put up signs staying something like "area under video camera surveillance".  

Excellent opportunity for my buyer Lessons learned?

One of the things I've heard about hard money is in addition to higher rates, they have pre-payment penalties.Current or prior ownership of real estate: as stated, I am currently renting and intend to rent for at least another year or so.Value of property at present and/or your offer price: $158000 (zestimate)After repair value: $Anticipated or actual appraisal issues: will perform one during due diligence Current rents per month: $425Fair market rents per month: $500Down payment or equity: $30000Source of down payment funds, if applicable: see aboveIncome Source: Salaried/hourly W2, VA comp, Gross monthly income (optional): $1800 tax exempt, approx $4-5k in base wage (+ OT opportunities)Monthly debt obligations appearing on credit report, plus (if applicable) personal rent and alimony/child support/etc: $800/mo in rentFICO: Excellent Credit issues: None.

There are youtube videos and services like ExamPrep that can help you get ready for the exam once you've completed the courses 

@Ryan Dossey This excellent to read.

My agent seems quite savvy, and with her walk-through video and commentary, I should be able to at least ask some contractors for bids/know general rehab needs.After being denied the first proposed walk-through, my agent set up another one.

What company would allows an excel file to be uploaded and filtered for equity?

@Dominique MicklesThis video really helped me to understand how to evaluate properties to see if they will cashflow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?

Business credit depends on good to excellent personal credit, comes with 0% interest to sweeten the deal and doesn’t report to your personal credit reports unless you default.