My thinking is increased value and cashflow on a long term hold.

Period.If you think every seller is motivated, every number will work, and buyers will throw cash at you, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment.👉 Adjust your expectations—this business is about consistent effort, not overnight success.2️⃣ INACTION IS COSTING YOU DEALSEver stare at a lead and overanalyze every detail?

I think too many people get into this and struggle for too long before realizing that they not been properly trained and potentially could have dramatically shortened the learning curve.   

Once you get into that range - I think its best to hire a PM.

Quote from @Jerry Velez: Hi Community,I have been thinking of some creative financing ideas and this one has been intrigued.

Another item to think about on this when getting into flipping or rentals in smaller communities is the vendors or contractors that are in the area.

You’re probably thinking you have to offer asking price – not true!

But since I'm in the learning/saving phase I'm thinking ahead on other ways to accelerate funds fast to make deals quicker.

I was thinking about MTRing my current house as its about 4 minutes from Cone hospital. 

It sounds like a single family house where you will be living in the house(personal use).Therefore, you may not be getting the tax benefits you think you are.Consult an accountant.I am not sure why your sister would agree to this as well, she is losing $170,000 in this transaction and she faces the possibility of you increasing her rent.You also have to charge market rent or close to market rent or it is all deemed personal use.