The two properties I just closed for another client were no tax returns, no income verification, 80% LTV, at 7%.

I personally think one of the best ways to learn is to to work with someone first.

Also where are the resources that I can look to to research consolidations in the area I would be looking in. 

Where would i go to to build a list besides the court house.

Testing a part with an electrical meter can also help identify whether it is still good.It is reasonable to learn how to to check the sensors, capacitor and motors yourself if you are handy.

That said, having my own GC license (I am also licensed in roofing, HVAC, & plumbing) allows me to to work not just for my own projects but for other developers and retail clients.

Is it usually a 6 month seasoning before being able to go for new appraisal and getting financed based on the ARV rather than cost.I've done a lot of reading and from what I understand this is possible, just looking for verification, recommendations on path forward or alternate plan, and also some lender referrals for when this takes place. 

Steve Lukather the guitarist and legend from Toto tells stories about George Harrison driving a beater VW bug around Hollywood because people wouldn't hassle him. 

Here's a post I did on Subject To that may helpUsing Subject To, to Get "Free" Properties https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/1060320-using-subject-to-to-get-free-properties-a-quick-guideline 

Get verification from the city that is legal.