I would think that each cost consists of some basics  must haves to get a good calculation.5.

Also seek out your local REI clubs around your area and become consistant.

You can't get a 30% discount on the MLS because even if it is listed that low the competition will bid it up.In my opinion, the only way to get consistent discounts is to get off-market deals.

I am from Rhode Island and looking to start out investing in real estate all over again.

It's harder for me to use a home as a goal since I deeply want car X "I will purchase more homes to be able to afford car X", that's much easier for me to be consistent on then to say "in order to make more passive income I will purchase another home".

The big flippers get the best deals consistently and it's hard to compete with them. 

@Shawn PappasNOI consists of taxes, insurance, maintanence, vacancy and property management.

My hourly rate is very consistent.

The pics are of the living room wall with the air return hole and the other two are inside the wall looking to the top. there appears to be a 2x4 header however I am wanting to cut down about a foot and a half run  new 2x4 studs against the existing stud and put up a new header consisting of 2 2x4s about 6 ft long  to hold across the top of the breakfast bar. however I need to make sure this is sufficient there is no second floor just an attic above the wall. any one have any knowledge of this kind of situation. hope I made sence here.

The search here on BP will become your best friend if you use it consistently.