In my CPA practice I got very used to clients disclosing the most intimate details of their financial life to me, and the public's attitude towards realtors is surprising and upsetting.

There was a property we almost bought but at that time a few years ago, we did not have the experience nor resources to handle it yet. 

I would like to start keeping books on my properties vs having their financial information buried in my personal finances.My questions for the community:1) If my goal is to eventually seek financing from others and therefore I will need P&L Statements and other reports on my properties, what software should I use - Quickbooks, Buildium, etc?

Also, for economic purposes, by placing home in LLC (a business), children will be elgible for more college financial aid since the business assets for a closely held company with few employees are exempt/not counted under federal financial aid laws but are counted when it is our personal name.  

BiggerPockets is the absolute best real estate investment resource and networking site!

In most cases taking a loan out of your 401k is not a wise financial choice. 

They are such a rich resource as your learn.  

Lots of great resources on the site!

My current income is good, but financial freedom is my goal!

I want to be the one FLIPPING these houses and making a difference in dilapidated neighborhoods but I don't have the financial backing so I just feel like a kid in a candy store with no candy money.