A pro painter should be able to do them quickly and with a much nicer finish by using a fine finish paint sprayer (not a brush).You may consider getting a design consultation if you can find a good designer that regularly works with flippers.

I am making calls and having conversations and these pretty much feel like regular loans but with crappy rates.  

I am excited to see what the world of real estate can do for me and my family.I look forward to interacting with everyone and expanding my knowledge of the real estate industry.

I would pay him back since all I brought was regular check book.

Btw... love this option that BiggerPockets provides to interact with you all ;) !

I don't plan on living in it.1) Can I get a regular residential mortage on it (with normal rates and down payment), or do I have to get an investment type mortgage?

There are two vibrant REIA groups that meet regularly.

This may result in the tenant having to leave however with no back ground information on the tenant you are safer finding your own tenant than keeping one you may have issues with starting out.Keep in mind finding/replacing tenants is simply part of the responsibilities landlords deal with on a regular bases in the operation of their business.

I would pay him back since all I brought was regular check book.

As for now I will continue to work my way through the guide, interact more and make connections.Thanks for taking the time to read my introduction post!