I have been using a deal analyzer spreadsheet that I found some time ago and that has served me well for analyzing "normal" deals with a downpayment and lender financing. 

this depends on three things:1) your work ethic and personality2) your hunting and acquisition budget3) your timeTIME: If you're working full time, door knocking is out of the question.

Is anyone using this app (or other ones) to track their time and activities?

At the same time you're figuring that all out, get your brother and friend under a lease, or at least, a written agreement both parties can agree on.

My client's have been happy with the draw process and response times as well.

@Sean DillonAt 18, you're in a prime position to start building wealth with low expenses and plenty of time to scale.

This is our first time renting.

Time is money, and SB-423 speeds up the permitting process, making it easier to get projects off the ground with reduced delays.Navigating Carlsbad’s ADU RegulationsUnderstanding Carlsbad’s ADU regulations and permitting procedures is essential for successful development.

All I can speak to is the past two years working with Michelle, Michael and their team and over that time I have had nothing but a great experience. 

A lot of times you don't know what the big box guys are going to refer to you.