I personally think it's easier to get a general contractor's license (especially here in Chicago - it's almost sad how easy it is), but that just means there are a lot of bad contractors.Almost all states require architects to take a state licensing exam and need to have a bachelors degree in similar field to even take the test.I found for me, if I can just find people who are really good at what they do (and enjoy it) I can let them do that and I can just focus on finding deals and building the team.  

@John ClarkDon't think there was any downpayment.

Based off of the responses here, this increase does seem aligned with other insurance providers.I like the idea of raising the deductible, but will have to think more about lowering the replacement value.

Being a landlord is a bit challenging, but i think if it isn't hard, you aren't doing enough.

I've been working with both platforms for several years now, and I'm happy to share my thoughts on which one I think is better.Price-wise, Xero is definitely much cheaper than QBO.

I don't know I think I have quite a good PM either it's Hawaii's PM or Indiana's PM.

I agree with everyone above,I think from a management perspective, rent by room will have you involved quite often and unfortunately probably diffusing problems with shared common spaces.

I think you mean “live in flip”.

Great question Alyssa and good to be thinking through at this stage.As @Jason Taken mentioned above, it's important to first identify your goals.

I don’t think you said what school district it is.