Due to the source of the funds I don’t want to use hard money - but there is obviously room. 

sounds like all you need is a good source of private or hard money to acquire the deals for you and youre on your way

One thing we don't yet know from your post, which is an important part of the overall recipe, is this: "what type of properties do you want to source, and for what type of deal?" 

The failure with most lead sources is that people want them or ask about them because they want leads in the short-term, but the best lead sources you can create as a realtor are long-term, relationship-centric ones.

I am looking for advice/constructive criticism on my current plan upon entering the civilian world.Within my last 6 months of service I am going to be working on getting my realtor license so I have potential for a job once I leave the Corps.

This deal was sourced through New Western Acquisitions and was sold on a first come first serve basis.

Make sure your hearing source is tuned up so you don’t have any lost time.Snow removal.

Property manager is also arranging a 2nd contractor opinion.As for new units, in my experience, I can get a new 3.5-ton split system either Goodman or Rheem from a source out of state for $2,200.  

Erick it would depend on your distance from the flooding source in general. 

I'm very curious about what the critical mass looks like here.