A 40 gal water heater changed by licensed plumber in my market costs $1600.  

We had him as a guest on our podcast - the DC Real Estate Podcast, he was episode #10 

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Recently, the President of my brokerage, REAL, created a video explaining the changes to the real estate world.

@Michael CsrnkoI recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Opened another checking/credit card for just real estate expenses, and deposit tenant and our portion of payments into that account.

Hey everyone, I was researching financial and real estate podcasts aside from bigger pockets that discuss the market condition in the US (and maybe the world).

We pride ourselves in keeping the forums positive, helpful, and focused on real estate (please, no politics, religion, etc.).

FHA and conventional may have different guidelines for a % of square foot, but I would guide you away from a larger bank lender and more to a real estate lender. 

Let my license expire in a difficult time in my life.