And second see what professional are around such as: attorney's, contractors, certified public accountant, real estate agents, etc that will help me dealing with REI. 35?

Always follow up and stay in touch with them. 2) Start a marketing campaign through Yellow Letters by reaching out directly to the property owners in your targeted areas. 3) Go to REI networking events to meet investors, and other professionals like GCs, property management professionals, insurance brokers and other industry professionals. 

Might be an opportunity to cashflow renting on airbnb ....but of course L.A and other cities have been 'cracking down' on that too..

And yes, the independent evaluations done by real estate professionals not otherwise connected with a deal who live and work in the area are very valuable, especially for newer investors.

You will need owe to talk qualified professional. 

I have concrete driveway with a a couple minor cracks Will I see substantial enough ROI to make it worth my time and money?

We moved our investment company from VA and like you, are excited to connect with Colorado Springs investors and professionals! 

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Robert Howard closing costs like your origination fee are added to the basis of the property and depreciated over 27.5 years assuming its residential.Not a tax professional, no tax advice given

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