Next narrow down the type of investments you want to do, Fix n Flip, Single Family buy and hold, AirBnB, small multifamily, 10-50 unit multi family, larger multifamily etc.. 

I own a house now as primarily residence, we are a family of four so that option didn’t cross my mind. 

The type of property you choose—whether it's a project you can rehab or a ready-to-move-in option—will also influence the type of financing you'll need.

Ideally, you work on a smaller project first, but if that is not an option go to an existing job and talk to those existing clients.BE VERY PARTICULAR AND NOSEY

The QuickBooks Online Plus subscription could be a great option for you.

@Michael C. wondering what option you decided on.

I do intend to consult a CPA but wanted to have some understanding of possible options before I interview a CPAThanks AM 

My worry is that it is almost end of the month and he still didnt do anything at all on the project.What are my options if he comes on May 1st and tells that he has no money or that he will pay in installments?

I was wondering what would be my better option to get a down payment for my next property.

Looks like 1031 might be an option.