I play volleyball 3-4x a week competitively indoor and outdoor and I'm always looking for a new game if you know one in Pittsburgh. 

First and foremost you need to figure out a game plan and decide what you want.

I know that this is a long term game and not a get rich quick but a lot of people I have met so far are just selling, get rich quick and out. 

I have found it harder to find someone to build a four-plex because ADA laws come into play.

If we are playing by the old rules, you will receive a 1099-G for $1,000 to be included as income for 2019 tax year.

As long as there's enough time to complete the transaction then you're in the game if they wish to sell to you. 

WHEN I do get this, the game is on.

Assuming time is your most valuable resource, I would say skip the residential game and buy an aged LLC, LLC business or start a LLC, and prepare to do a multi/office/retail deal in commercial real estate.

I am new to the game and am trying insure that I am able to accurately calculate ARV's.

HOA's are often the ones who play hardball, who will foreclosure, and want to pursue.