This experience taught me to trust my instincts more and never skip due diligence, even in areas I am less familiar with like basements and water intrusion.Any advice on how I should proceed would be greatly appreciated.

It seems incredibly high but we aren't familiar with the phoenix area.

My question is, for those that are familiar with Rent Redi, are the instructions to confusing for most people to follow and fill out the prequalification form and I should simplify the process, or should I consider the instructions of the prequalification form a way to weed people out and if someone isn't willing to follow through with those steps I should consider that in the type of tenant they well be?

Quote from @Jeanette Land: Is anyone familiar with TurboTax Premier?

I’m here to gain insight into the investment side of things, and connect with people already familiar.

It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.

Our first step has been to get an architect that is familiar with zoning, he is drawing up plans to submit to the city and add the garden unit.

They’re often familiar with market-specific expenses and can help validate your estimates.Lastly, as you analyze more deals, keep track of actual expenses on your properties or properties you’ve researched.

Honestly, I've seen some great numbers coming out of Jacksonville, but it would also depend on your familiarity with Baltimore.

I am familiar with the Akron market since I live directly next to it.