Optional - Get a college degree in real estate ( Florida International University and University of Florida offer fully online degrees in International Real Estate and Real Estate Finance).  

Local realtor groups/real estate agencies usually have draft contract available for free online that has been approved by the state bar.

Yes, paying but I like a contractual relationship rather than a mentor who I'm not sure how much time I can take from them, etc. and that will hold me accountable, has done a lot of deals and is truly doing it and I can learn a ton from in addition to all the other supplemental podcasts, books, forums, meetup groups around MF.  

As rent increases with inflation, the rest of your numbers will follow.If buying a condo, thoroughly review the financials and make sure reserve account balances are in line with the most recent reserve study.  

Corporate background and trained in accounting  

Id start make calls to 3 or 4 contractors and ask questions, look for reviews online and let me them know what your trying to do.  

Hi Account Closed - Yes, I have often borrowed rehab costs from the HML.  

Read books, articles online, but none of them gave me a clear direction on a starting point.

I know a few accountants, but none who have experience working with real estate investors.

I've been looking for solid real estate related data sets online.