This is obviously a great way to meet others and connect while gaining constant knowledge.  

Sounds good Dan Crenshaw your this is how I like to see my cash flow deals you putting 25k out of pocket Approximately, so at 700 cash flow you getting 33% a year give or take, let's just say you have 90% default renters rate and extra expenses if you can keep that number with all about 25% I considered a awesome deal and if is in a market that's gaining Value it a super awesome deal

I just read a forum post about someone becoming a distributor for windows and similar products and he has been able to gain substantial cost savings.

SF and MF are two totally different worlds, so the experience that you are gaining in SF will not necessarily guarantee you success in MF.

Finally, if you rent the house out, when you sell it you'll have to pay capital gains on the appreciation.   

Tax-free gain is something to consider.  

So, making money now would be nice, but helping this family and gaining some real life knowledge is equally valuable right now.Thanks for reading!

Hi there everyone was wondering if I should take a 3 month accounting course to gain knowledge or just hire an Professional CGA once a get into real estate investing?

We have cash backing and would like to gain more knowledge before we make a decision.  

Ultimately, I'd like to gain an understanding flipping houses, no money down purchases, and rental properties.