I'll be taking the state exam in about a week.Today was the start of my journey to find a broker I feel would be a good fit for the goals I have set for myself.

Ideally C class and below rents should go up and property values remain stagnant.

Though...ideally, I'd like to start making some money immediately.

Are they throwing a fit or are they happy I had it fixed so quick?

Now that I’m back in management roles that fit my taste better, I’m actually considering continuing to work instead since I don’t hate my job anymore.

See how much square feet of storage you can fit on your parcel given the ordinances (setbacks, etc.).

Ideally you should already know the demand and price you will sell this property for.

I love being a private lender but the fact that it simply increases my taxable income makes me consider shifting some of my note portfolio to multi-family perhaps...You might find this discussion beneficial where similar question is raised: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/604...Owning notes in your retirement account (especially self-directed Roth IRA or Roth Solo 401k) is ideal since you can have tax-free income for the rest of your life if you utilize one of these vehicles. 

Ideally I'd like to refinance it after the cottage is completed and rented.

Any suggestions on finding a good tenant that would fit with my current tenants.