A ton of free information out there that's extremely valuable.

Knowing your options make better and more profitable deals
1. Hard Money Loans: These are short-term loans from private lenders based on the property's value rather than your credit score. They can provide quick acce...

Extremely motivational! 

The other extreme is you could be your own GC and price out the various trades you need and coordinate the schedules. 

I have two vacancies in two different markets and it has been extremely slow despite the positive feedback and price. 

Thanks in advance.Hi Vhernadette, the truth is replacing a $500k salary in just a few years is extremely ambitious, even for someone with the right mindset.

@Tom StevensonHELOC money is extremely expensive - if you buy something that is 100% financed, either entirely with the proceeds from the HELOC, or with HELOC money for the down payment and a conventional loan, you will lose money.

The amount of cash-flowing deals in your market is extremely low, so when you get one you should hold on to it as long as you can so you can reap the benefits of that LA appreciation especially if the property is in a good location. 

You can probably find an online link about how extreme temperature changes are not the ideal way to heat a home and cost more in the long run.I don't know what the local rental rules are where you are, but look them up and see if you can give her notice. 

If you desire to get it by all means go for it - knowledge is power - but thats knowledge you pay for that may or may not pay off for you.