Therefore the appraisal is all based on comps and not cap rate etc and the other house in this area all being sold for less (my property had extensive rehab done to all four units). 

I haven't done an extensive rehab without a GC, but I've done a few pieced together projects with handyman and assorted other contractors.

I have an associate that has extensive experience with VA loans.3.

Please conduct your own diligence and ask a licensed attorney for any clarification on all legal matters

It's OK to utilize generic percentages when conducting initial analysis, but once you identify a property that may be worth pursuing, I always feel it's best to know how large of a furnace i'll need based on the square footage, what the current state of the plumbing and electrical are, does the home have large decks or long driveways that will eventually bear large expenses that you may not incur elsewhere. 

I have been doing extensive research, reading and networking within my community the last 1.5 months to lay my roots for my goals ahead!

If you're focused on wholesaling, most brokers will not work with you as you would be jeopardizing their code of conduct for use of the MLS service by sending that information to you.

The buyer took for ever to do their diligence which resulted in me convincing the seller to give me not one, but 2 contract extensions.

It allows me to verify they know what they're talking about and, depending on the question, will give me some insight into their thought process and how they go about conducting business.When you get to the point of evaluating a specific property, video and google street view become your best friend. 

Inspected the affected areas and have conducted a Mold testing and will be Providing certificate.