I've found that CPAs that focus on a niche area such as real estate rather than offering general services to everyone are typically much more knowledgeable about real estate tax incentives.

As you may have found in your search, there are lenders that will lend up to 80% of the appraised value on investment properties and don't require an appraisal.Let me know if you'd like me to point you in the right direction.I have not; I'm still working on acquiring my next house hack, but when I need it, I'll probably use a combo of hard money and margin loan.

Buying a portfolio without experience just throws you in the deep end without the ability to learn and develop these things. 2.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

I am trying to automate my data collection through excel.

Hey guys,Let me know if this helps. 

I have a few architects and contractors who maybe able to help.

This will all depend on how good of negotiator you are. 

Buy-in is often more conducive than other more saturated markets and there's such a wide variety of options to choose from. 

Then you can start seeing other places just on the MLS when you get this strategy down and knowing what rough numbers will be, but it is always mandatory to get a full amount of rehab costs to get the GC into the property.