Additionally, they are readily available to offer advice and to make strategic changes that will benefit the project.Make your project as painless as possibleAnother benefit to hiring a general contractor is the fact that you can relax.

I have an additional question though.

My husband has the full time job and I'm doing all the research and trying to figure out how/when/where to make the first move.We've gotten the LLC formed - business phone number set up, business cards, all the proper paper work filed, etc...I've had my real estate license for 2 years (but never acted as a traditional realtor - sold 1 home and did rentals and referrals for family/friends).

If that doesn't work your Sheriff's office will have a procedure that you need to follow with forms, filings and timeframes.

Does anyone know if in Maryland, for the auctions that happen on the county courthouse steps, have the foreclosure deeds on each property already been executed or is there typically still a waiting period to have this...

@Benjamin Barredo you can find probate files at the court house or online 

Additionally, if anyone has any ideas on how to find market lease rates and companies or firms that build steel warehouse buildings that would be greatly appreciated as well.Cheers,Mike

I cannot attach files here.

The cap rate is still at 10%, and assuming other buyers in your market would only pay $1,000,000 you have additional risk.If you are analyzing deals involving cap rates, it would be highly advisable to consult with a commercial broker that knows the local market well.

I have been listening to the podcast and am getting really excited to learn all about the different ways to earn additional income as a real estate investor.