Young investor 19y/o wanting to see what I could start doing now to prepare myself to buy and home soon and hopefully rent it out .

There is actual test standards they undergo.The good news is that thieves are lazy, dumb and lack lock picking skills.

The costs of doing the loans have to pass a percentage based test in order to qualify to be a conventional loan.

No matter how much you prepare, doing something new is always a little scary. 3.

Hey @Randall E Collins, they will do a background check on you as part of the testing process. 

Again, be prepared to call A LOT

Hey @Laura Hildreth I know on BP Podcast show 463 Brandon Turner talked about preparing to buy your first property in 90 days and doing a 90 day challenge then. 

In the future, always prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

I've done tons of research and reading to prepare myself for my first deal in this area, but would like to seek out the advice of fellow BP members to ensure I make a sound investment decision. 

You can test it by using a spray bottle and 50% white vinegar and water- soak until soft and pull from a corner.