Supervising subcontractors, meeting inspectors and pulling permits can be a full-time job.Funding a flip:Pro: Funding the right flip can be quite profitable.Con: Correctly evaluating the project and the flipper requires extensive knowledge about construction, permitting, zoning and real estate resale values.

I am a paid PRO member so I can utilize the analysis tools they make available to all members, but because of my PRO membership, I can save and reload previous analysis.

A high utilization of credit cards is a major negative factor for a credit score. 

It currently shares electric with main house which i definitely would want to get its own line but I'm friends with occupants and can split utilities to start.

Will utilize all of this information!

But reality includes the following: unforeseen rehab costs (they ALWAYS pop up), selling commissions, holding costs for loaned money, utilities, taxes, etc.

I think it's only easier to find investors when you have an extensive track record and a history of producing a results for investors. 

It's possible to find an unpaid utility bill or cell phone on there. 

It will be nice to have a business degree, but the specifics of what you know is more important.That being said, finance (and by extension, accounting) will give you a good introduction to the math side of investing, which is really helpful.

Call the utility department, such as gas, water, to ask how much the fees cost in the previous year.