I'd take the following steps before quitting the job to maximize the possibility of getting traditional funding:1.

  - You'll also want to get a copy of any pre-move in checklist (and photos if there are any) showing what the condition of the property was when the tenants initially moved in. 

I'm looking forward to my next steps.

Writing this post and looking for a mentor are great first steps for success.

Question for you: What should be my first step with getting into real estate?

Initially I was getting my leads this way, however I moved on to use paid services because it was much easier to filter and sort through lots of data.

(Again, if you have not read this document you really should as you could be found guilty of unintentional, but punishable discrimination)Section B"In the second step of the discriminatory effects analysis, the burden shifts to the housing provider to prove that the challenged policy or practice is justified – that is, that it is necessary to achieve a substantial, legitimate, nondiscriminatory interest of the provider.  

I like creating space and being one step ahead which is why I did the virtual driving first.

I've been reading articles and books for the past few weeks and I have to admit I'm a little afraid and I keep feeling like I need a spreadsheet of every little detail/step that goes into flipping a house.

The first step would be to analyze your situation and determine if you really need one.