I attend one in Frederick which is online right now. 

you can find all the info online"...it's like, no sh*t you can...all the information ever is online!

In my opinion, an in person meetup > an online connection.You may want to consider making a connection here and meeting up for coffee or attending a real estate networking event.Best of luck!

Hi all,I am new to the online community but have been listening to bigger pockets podcasts for years.

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If it is a emotional support dog (basically a pet with papers they buy online, mostly to find a way to get a pet into a rental), ask for documentation from a local medical professional (NOT anything online). 

If you do not find success there, there are some online companies like SpaceJoy, Decorilla, Havenly etc.

Yes, I am looking for an online platform to begin self-managing too.

After some research online, I am reading that the cost per square foot on a gut renovation of this nature in Stamford CT is anywhere from $150-$350, which is ultimately not very helpful, because at $150 per sq ft, this is a very appealing project with a total profit of ~$175K (46% ROI) and at $350 per sq ft, it very much isn't, because it would be a net loss of 83K (haha).QUESTIONS:What can I do refine my estimate a bit given that I am not allowed to a formal inspection on the property? 

Call a different number you found online associated with the same company, etc.