I was hoping I could get some more general information on how this whole process goes and to inform myself on the pros and cons given im a newbie and don’t know much.

Over time I internalized Dave’s words and made them my own; taking on nearly all the fund investor calls, building and managing the Investor Relations team and overseeing the process of raising over $80MM together.

In that case, would the renting process be a bridge to help you retain the home for future personal use? 

Either way sales is dog tough and the vast majority of folks out there watching these u tubes and getting excited simply do not have the chops to do sales its not in their DNA or personality  or family situation.Our Daughter in Vegas who has been selling RE for 9 years now is doing very very well..

First time in 3 years we have had to file a claim with over 150 airbnb stays. Guest left all windows and door open in our cabin in -15 degree weather when they left causing a frozen pipe. Left the place destroyed and ...

Still need to close on the property because I have already put 18K downpayment and then work with city on split process.  

Where do I begin to learn about the cost associated with the 3 - 6 months of expenses and the inspection process? 

And using the process buy a new property or properties that you also intend to hold for investment use.The issue for you might be that you purchased this property with the primary intent of selling. 

The process has been difficult and stressful and we almost gave up a few times. 

Getting an LLC in place from the start can provide peace of mind and give you a chance to familiarize yourself with the process before expanding your portfolio.