Which--I agree with you Kayla--is totally cackamamey and ridiculous.

Excited to start my investing journey and eventually getting my agent license.

Pros:Potential for Bargains: Auctions can offer properties at lower prices than traditional listings.Speed: The auction process is usually quicker than traditional sales, with a defined timeline for closing.Transparency: The bidding process is transparent, and you can see competing bids in real-time.Cons:As-Is Condition: Properties are often sold "as-is," meaning no repairs or warranties.Limited Inspection: There may be limited opportunities to inspect the property before bidding.Financing Challenges: Securing financing for auction properties can be more challenging and may require quick approval.Auction Fees: Be aware of any additional fees, such as a buyer's premium, that could affect the total cost.I hope this helps you out!

I understand that reading is valuable, which is why I'm curious to know which book you would recommend for a beginner like me to start with.I have yet to buy my first property but my goal is to house hack every year,  while buying and renting properties to hold long-term until my portfolio brings more cashflow than my W-2 job.

Total PITI : $2,800 p/m ADU: Rents : $1900 p/m Home : would rent for $3k per month Potential Gross cash flow: $2,100 per month Purchase: $500k Current ARV: $900k Can these numbers be achieved today with high interest rates and high prices ? 

Let’s say you discount it 50%, $250k for $500k value it starts great (100% return, but rate or return after would be 2 times the appreciation while at 80% LTV the return be 5 times the appreciation.  

I’m planning on renting to the tenants for another four months or so while I start working on getting the permits for a major remodel.

In Indiana, it's 28 days, but I think that is the general cut off because the guests would start having tenants rights after that mark. 

Are they on the hook for 30 days of rent starting from when they called me, or since their lease ends in two days are they good to go without any additional fees? 

I'm ready to get started, but not I'm sure about next steps.