Depending on your specific situation, they may or may not apply. 

The IRS, in a now discontinued Publication 535, used to say:If you are an individual and your attempt to go into business is not successful, the expenses you had in trying to establish yourself in business fall into two categories.The costs you had before making a decision to acquire or begin a specific business.

I understand what motivated sellers are and when you do, you will see that you CAN NOT target them.So I focus all my energy into being the easiest person ALIVE to be found to a very specific audience: People that are willing to sell their house below market value".THAT is how and why my wholesale deals reach 6-figures+ consistently.Want more direction?

Pay for an area, industry specific listing with credit ratings below xxx.4. 

Also, consider connecting with @Ashwin Abichandani...he has a specific military investment group here in Chicago.If you need a lender who knows VA loans connect with @Zack Karp or @Landon Hoon!

It's advisable to create one and utilize it as the foundation for approving or denying applicants.

Landlord can't ask what the specific disability is named and can't charge anything extra.

If you have specific questions or encounter challenges along the way, seeking guidance from professionals in the real estate financing industry can be beneficial. 

A "bridge loan" means something very specific.  

Can anyone recommend a roofer and electrician specifically?