When I don't know something I just look it up from reputable sources online and also quite a few of my college roommates work in finance and can get answers on things like Libor nuances for example.

The 2 lead sources I mail & call are super targeted, so I might send out about 50~100 letters/mth depending on the month.   

One of my biggest pet peeves is someone not getting back to me.

If you know the source and have a solution to fix it  get some 24 inch waders and a powerful flashlight and walk through the basement see if there are any obvious foundation issues.8 inches of water in basement will typically destroy your furnace and your hot water heater and most things sitting in the floor, but if you budget for those you should be good. 

Most importantly, I want to make sure I do things smart and follow my plan.Right now, I guess my biggest hurdle is money.

Things that a professional will need to consider before offering advice:Your other sources of income (personally and within your family/tax entity structure)Your tax goalsYour asset liability goalsYour retirement savings goalsYour tolerance/ability for recordkeeping and rules followingWho you're doing business with, how they are structured and what type of business you are doing with others (Partners? 

Property Managers: 1) What are the biggest challenges for you in your business?

That would mean you would end up putting $7k in cash into the deal.What would your mortgage payments be per month on the REFI.There's an even bigger problem...actually more than one, regarding the REFI financing.Question:  Have you discussed these exact numbers with the source you will be using for your REFI loan yet?

I plan to get it again as another source of income, while I earn some money for investing, and build some relationships.

My biggest pet peeve in vacation rentals is how dirty some of them are.