That raises a red flag for me suggesting that it might need a major rehab, need to be torn down, be in commercial zoning etc.

I am finding it very diffcult to locate since the majority of networking events are on weeek days.

Do you have any tips on how to maximize the appraisal value without major construction.

Since you have purchased real estate before, you will notice it is nearly identical to the contract your realtor uses.I took the completed contract as well as the earnest money deposit to a title company who did the majority of the work.

Major fixes from inspection are 1) New roof, 2) New HVAC 3) Repair fireplaces 4) Water Heater.

I'm reading all of this (only about half way through) and there is nearly a dozen major violations the company I used to work for are involved in.

We did a lot of the work our selves and sub-contracted the pieces major pieces out.

Are majority of investors using spreadsheets, online software, or old school paper and pen?

I've read many articles, but the majority of them are complicated. 

Her home is in a VERY good location next to the best elementary school in the area, next to (but not too close to) a major highway that goes straight into Destin (major tourist/shopping beach town), and on a half-acre lot.