If you define you process well then even Excel or a project management tool such as MSProject can help.Paul, I think staying in your own backyard in the notes world is bad advice.

It's a very useful tool if used wisely. 

I did a cash out and got $55k out without a identified property at the time that I tool it out but was able to close a killer deal with that cash that I had sitting out. 

I normally say when you find a deal with the right numbers, positive cash flow.However I believe the market is at a peek, with the economy and politics as they are now pointing toward inflation and rising interest rates if you have cash to invest you may want to wait awhile, there is a good chance the markets will turn in the next two years and the vultures will feast.

There are some really great tools in this site that can help you learn more and network with others.

I purchased the house long before I was thinking about getting into real estate.Now I am working to build a duplex and they are at least being polite.

Does anyone have a spreadsheet or tool they are willing to share that helps them analyze your budget vs actual costs for a rehab?

They are great tools, with examples of other people like you investing in real estate and making great income.  

While Beaufort does have plenty of rehab opportunities the growth is from what I've seen very slow, I think because of the political climate there.

The self-directed IRA appears to be complex at first blush but I have found it to be very easy to navigate and a good tool to use.