@Dayton Bishop It's great to hear you are taking interest in real estate at such a young age but based on what you shared, you're not in a position to own real estate.

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I'd personally be a bit more conservative with the underwriting and make sure to see what the carrying costs could potential get to especially if this is a bigger renovation and not just cosmetic. 

Quote from @Garrett Brown: @Michael Baum I do the same.

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Interesting discussion about national rent control here- Why Rent Control and Housing Subsidies Backfire: James Burlinghttps://link.theepochtimes.com/mkt_app/epochtv/why-rent-control-and-housing-subsidies-backfire-james-burling-5732950?

I have heard from others that you should learn and research tax if possible for your first property rather than hire CPA right off the bat as it should be less complex from strategy.

Cold called this property owner who wants $150K for this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom 928 square foot home. 

I am 20 years old looking to grow and learn the real estate investing space with a goal set to make my first deal.

Quote from @Ryan Konen: @Chris Seveney I've lost a job at company that was morally challenged when I spoke up they found reasons to dissolve my position.