I did not expect a response like this with as much information.

It'll give you a general idea of what you should expect to pay for each portion of a rehab from flooring to roofs and everything in between.

While prices of investment properties should be based off of the actual rents received, or arguably the market rents expected, you will notice that properties with fewer units will be based more on comps than cap rates or rent multipliers.

Also, what timeline should I expect for getting my first deal completed?

Expect to be on a split with your office.

Not reported to but potentially discovered by -- that seems like a lot to expect from the bureaus, but my earlier, comforting answer needs that update.

Can it be broken up into pieces?

If from someone other than your spouse, then you will need to commence annual IRA distributions by December 31 of the year following the IRA owner's death, and the distributions will be based on your life expectancy which could affect your investment decisions.

If you expect to continue this gig beyond this year and grow your income - you should be in good shape.

If shiat hits the fan again I would not expect a free fall like last time.