In the process I have learned much about restoration, plumbing and flooring and creative ways to keep my tenants happy while thier home is torn apart and repairmen in and out all day.

Ugh.Goals for the rest of the week include completing demo and washing all ceilings and walls to prepare to BIN the entire house, though the orange and yellow nicotine-coated drywall provides quite the seasonal glow.

I am seeking a Real Estate Agent who has knowledge and experience of working with other real estate investors when it involves the process of  creative investing of wholesaling and flipping properties.

Hi All,Can anyone recommend a great tax planner/tax preparer who understands rental property, 1031 exchanges, etc as well as general overall tax knowledge?

At the end of the year, they would need to send you a statement of interest you've paid to use for your tax preparation.Yes, you want an attorney to assist with preparing the proper documents and ensuring your loans are legal.Hopefully you're prepared to make good on these loans, even if your RE investments go south.  

Stories of young people starting out and using their own initiative and creativity to get started - inspire others. 

Do the practice exams until you run out of turns - it will prepare you for the questions on the Washington license exam. 

First I wanted to apologize for not getting a more recent report out to everyone; it has been one busy few months and I would not be honest in saying I had the extra creative energy to put a proper update to you.I have been in love with the Chicago area for many years despite the horrific winters.

@Roderick Barr, the BiggerPockets blog has covered this topic a couple of times that I recommend you read.Andrew Syrios wrote Newbies: Here's What You Have to Offer to a Potential Real Estate MentorScott Trench wrote The Ultimate Guide to Finding Incredible Mentors.Read both of those articles before you go to your first REI meeting and you will be better prepared to talk to local investors.

If you want a general answer expect it to be more just to be prepared to price it in.