Keep everything accessible online (cloud storage, google docs, email account, tablet always on you, whatever..), write down things as soon as your think of it (I use OneNote on my microsoft phone, or there are plent of free apps..), and set calendar reminders as soon as the thought is in your mind.These processes have saved me in both my 9-5 and my real estate investments!

Any help with the below would be very much appreciated: I completed the prerequisites to be a real estate salesperson with the primary intentions of gaining MLS access (not to sell real estate).

Our crime problem is nothing compared to what goes on blocks from the White House or in Chicago...

For this deal, first time I see the HUD-1 is at the closing table - I wasn't happy about it - perhaps I should have delayed closing to review, but closing was on a Friday during the holidays, and I had the weekend blocked off with no distractions to get started working on the property, and well... here we are...

That is the one point I would make, if the thermostat is not easily accessible it is a pain.

Avoid putting up fencing that blocks visibility or any improvements not close to the house.

At some point, it make sense for you to consider getting your agent's license ($1,200 up front and $100/mth), to have full MLS access and ability to inspect properties, control deals, bid low on HUD properties, and earn an occasional commission.

They allowed the utility company employee access into the basement and due to the cold weather (-5 degrees) went back to their unit (they live in a 3 plex) .

My phone appears to be eating blocks text.

Both your county jail (run by Sheriffs dept) and local city (run by police) should give you access.