Hi,I've been planning on getting into real-estate at some point within the next 6-12 months (I'm currently in the planning, education and saving up cash to invest phase).  

Looking to buy my first rental, most likely SFH, in the next 6 months as I am currently in the education phase. 

@Kate Lee As an Investor Friendly agent, I personally, and I think most of us on BP, spend quality time educating new Investors.

They are great for networking and education.

In addition to educating the VA loan specialist you're working with, try driving the fact home that YOU are ultimately responsible for mortgage fraud.Best of Luck

It costs $150 for the year and they have weekly educational meets and their own private Yahoo group where you can ask for recommendations.As for finding people to do the work, that is always the key. 

If you have your Utah license, you can apply for a waiver from Idaho which relieves you of the education requirement and the federal portion of the exam. 

If an expense happens which needs tracking that isn't listed on the Schedule E, it could be captured under 'Other' (like real estate education) when filing..

The only cost for that was the education and the renewal fees every two years.

The the sellers can properly make an educated decision, but then how many people would want to buy a house where the foundation is end of life and to fix it is a 20k expense.The void wall is not that big of a deal as long as the home can properly cool or heat, which I believe just roof insulation and the right tonnage will accomplish.