Hi BP,I am seeking any resources (books, websites, software, etc) to help educate myself on home design and renovations - particularly those focusing on the exterior of homes.

And since you're not aware of the process for HML's, I would respectfully suggest you first get all the education possible on the areas where you're not yet sufficiently versed.

Save up or leverage something else.

I particularly like 40216, 40258, 40272, 40229, 40291 and 40299 (tougher to find).  40214, 40218 and 40219 also work, but you need to be selective.The areas up and down Dixie Highway as well as 40214, 40218 and will produce a little better cashflow while Okolona, Fern Creek and J-Town will have slightly better appreciation.Reasonable numbers for leveraged & managed properties would be $200-350 per month in cash flow and  2-4% expected appreciation (long-term).

I want to make sure I make an educated decision before jumping to something I know little about.

There is another group that meets at jersey lilleys in salem every thursday night at 630 They also hv facebbookRoanoke real estate education group

Still am short because the withdrawn money from my account is not viewed as repayment but as a further decrease of funds, in ADDITION to the gifts.Stressful, educating experience here. 

Thank you bigger pockets for the motivation and education to get me started.

thier education  and Their personalities?

thier education and Their personalities?