He never admitted that to us.I've seen a lot of rehabs in various stages of completion that are going to be a nightmare for the new owners. 

Meanwhile over here, I've taken pictures at each stage of the construction to document this.

Sorry for the ignorance I’m super new at this and currently in the planning stage reading books, podcasts, forums etc. just want to see if my plan holds any water.

Investment Info:Large multi-family (5+ units) hard money loan investment.Design & Permitting stage!

Staging works.

At this stage I don't really care about their credit, income etc, but I would want to know if there are any criminal records I need to know about now.....not later.

The downside with these two areas is that in Garfield, the inventory for these multi-families are pretty low and Newark, although the inventory is a little healthier, the competition is much higher. 4) Tenant Screening - Once you find the right property and get through the renovation stage, if any, the screening process will be the last place that can eat your returns.

My husband and I are currently in the process of buying a cabin in Sevierville, TN and are in the employment verification stage of the mortgage approval process.

My husband and I are currently in the process of buying a cabin in Sevierville, TN and are in the employment verification stage of the mortgage approval process.

Given that you have no experience, I'd imagine the only partner you would possibly find is someone who knows you personally (friends & family), has money, and is willing to invest in you.Costs you are likely to see:Buying costs: purchase price, financing fees, inspection fees, closing costs, etcRehab costs: materials, labor, permits, etcHolding costs: utilities, property taxes, insurance, loan interest, HOA or condo fees (if applicable), lawn mowing/snow removal, etcSelling costs: real estate commissions, staging, closing costs, etc.