I am at ground zero, but want to know the best way to set up/build with the best foundation possible to take advantage of any tax incentives possible. 

We both do plenty of on our own things, but he'll send me something to fund and he'll manage the 'boots on the ground' aspect.

This most likely will require some sizable lifestyle changes BUT know, it's not forever, it's a phase.

I think I'm just jaded now as a landlord with the crap i see, as that pic doesn't phase me... just trash, everything goes to the dump!

Showing a person's contributions to BP, meant some form of credibility or at least commitment to real estate investing.Hiding such a number, puts all profiles on similar ground at first glance.

Separate meter, 220/240, 3 phase, etc.

I agree the biggest mental hurdle is the contractor and getting the estimate on the rehab cost during the due diligence phase.

Companies such as Apple & Google are moving in, developments are breaking ground and expanding their footprint creating new opportunities & investors from all areas of the US are starting to fix & flip.

Although it was much more delayed (a whole year) because of issues breaking ground on the community and then hindered distribution lines for materials, it ended up being a good deal for us.We’re getting a 13% CoCROI and the appraisal came in for 8.5% higher than the purchase price.

Rental management software will never be boots the ground for you.