These were actually two homes that we built for my parents about a block from the new Expo line Metro train station in what is now called the HUB in Culver City.

Or at the very least, (1) consider getting a loan to cover these expenses and/or (2) be mindful of these unexpected costs throughout the project.Pre-Deal Marketing fees, training, learning market, travel time including gas mileage, costs for purchasing legal forms & contracts, fees to start an LLC After Rehab Deal is Accepted HML origination fee, HML points, Buyer closing costs, down payment, title company, local taxes (transfer tax, prorated property tax,etc) After Buyer Closing Dumpster rental & permit from town, buiilding permit for construction, monthly holding costs to pay back HML, homeowners insurance, repair expenses prior to being reimbursed from HML, Marketing fees to promote 'coming soon', dream team fees such as CPA, attorney, and fees to pay for the SOW inspection Seller closingSeller contributions, agent commissions, prorated property taxes, title company, attorney fees 

While the coronavirus will accelerate this transfer, fundamental demographics is really going to be driving this train!

One uses ACH and several use Zelle.I use Zillow or residentresearch.com for background checks.I train my tenants to make the rent on time or pay a late fee or have an eviction filed against them.

Any good recommendations on trainings to attend in the Pacific Northwest or other book recommendations?

Any FHA approved lender is permitted to do an FHA 203k, with no education on the 203k, no training on the 203k, and no experience on the 203k.

The training will also teach new investors how to work with other investors to deliver deals, etc.

You don't do diligence to find the home runs, you do it to avoid the train wrecks. 

Even a nice, friendly, litterbox-trained kitty affects the property far more than the same tenant without a cat. 

that will allow me to start as a part timer and that have competitive training for a newbie like me?