For example how much cash do you have to invest, what is your credit profile like, what exactly are you going to be doing.

Just study the material they provide and you should do fine.on another note I am also a real estate broker and a general contractor, I see from your profile that you are a real estate investor.

May I be lead to assume that if I was to start a deal and try to post it on this bigger pockets profile is it going to be a great opportunity for someone to see it or will it be like a ghost town as they're only two listings on there for the entire Idaho State?

Is there one profile that can help from the start to end including county permits etc.?

Pat, your profile doesn't show what state you are from. 

I dont even have my profile filed out yet (slacking) I'm located in Kentucky and I'm currently learning as much as possible about buy and hold.

I have more details in my profile for those who want to check it out. 

In any transaction, there are 3 factors that define the risk profile: Location, Vintage, and amount of Value-add.

Too long for here so go to my Profile https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/MikeM500 and follow the link.

@T PellinIt sounds like you should speak with a financial advisor and come up with a road map to retirement.14 years allows enough time for material growth in your retirement assets and additional savings.Generally speaking mortgage paydown is low ROI.Your risk profile, wants, needs, and goals all need to be considered.