I know there are many pros and cons to every strategy, and we are open to all suggestions and strategies, but through the research we have done we seem to find these three to be the most promising when starting out.

Are there hard money lenders that lend with longer terms or is there a way to quickly pay off that investor via refi or something else?

I did a quick search, and I will try to explain it a different way.The sign in the picture appears to be an on-premise for sale sign rather than an off-premise directional sign (pointer sign).

That will get them down quickly without getting your hands dirty!

It is in a desirable area where houses sell quickly, and the house itself is in great condition, along with the whole neighborhood it is in great condition. 

Although I have gotten a tremendous amount of information I'm looking for some advice on how to start my journey; what you wish you would've done, or have learned from, how to start quickly, etc.

But here are the quick points:1-2 months and the most labor intensive part will be new roofing, demo of kitchen and 2 baths, new deck and tearing up carpet and putting in flooring.

It can be done but you need to educate yourself quickly and be prepared to make mistakes.

Hi BP,Here is the quick back story for context:I'm looking to buy a house in Baltimore.

There are cheaper ones probably, but she's been using him off and on for many years and he pays quickly.