Study, learn, grow your knowledge, don't jump into it until you know what you are doing, why you are doing it and who for.

About 6 months after discovering BP my wife and I purchased our first deal!

Over the past few months, I've been doing a lot to build my knowledge, and am wondering: how long did you study and analyze before completing your first deal?

If you have no score/credit Discover and OpenSky secured cards are the ones with no credit checks. 

In all honesty I’ve been following these forums and studying for years.

When reviewing Toledo properties you will discover that the Toledo market is different from all others, not to mention, extremely low purchase prices on fixer uppers as compared to their retail value, Toledo is full of promises.

Any help in understanding this would be greatly appreciated.Also, during inspection it was discovered that a skylight that is part of the original design, may need to be replaced.

As you study strategies are there any that really stand out to you? 

After the eviction, we also discover the Tenant added some roommates and at least a couple dogs.

It will give you confidence if you study the purchase agreement to the point where you will know it better than most other agents.