What are the important things to look out for in a property like this?

Will appraise over our rock bottom selling price of $500k but buyer is "making the case " that he only will qualify for $490k, DP included. 

Hi Heather, Your lending options can vary greatly depending on what type of property you are looking at. 1-4 units, 5-10, and beyond will have different types of lenders and more importantly different loan options. 1-4 you will have the options of FHA/local banks/conventional.

This includes factors like price range, preferred locations, and any other preferences you have.

Answer - There are a multitude of platforms (BP included) that has active cash buyers looking for deals every day all day. 

This encompasses eleven authorized activities within the real estate sector, including development, construction, leasing, and brokerage.750 Hours Test: In addition to meeting the 50% test, individuals seeking Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) must surpass 750 personal service hours materially engaged in one of the specified real property trades or businesses.Understanding Material Participation:Material Participation: Only hours deemed material to the operation of a real estate business are counted towards qualification.

I know how important a real estate specific accountant is especially as I start out, but after a couple years of working with a professional and if no significant changes have taken place and I only have 1 investment property, could I not do the taxes myself?

-The conventional rehab loan requires a general contractor to give one quote, with all of the subcontractors included.

The local economy is supported by several diverse sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and retail, which sustains employment levels and underpins rental demand.

Most of this was done by our property manager (Neighborhood Property Management), but they have a good website (Housing Choice Vouchers), including a specific section for interested landlords.