Hello everyone, I'm still in my 20's, I'm an experienced HVAC/R contractor whose been in the real estate game for a quite some time, however primarily aa a spectator.

Am I just playing the semantics game or is there a valid difference?

Step #1 is figuring out what your game plan is, and where to invest is probably the most important part of the game plan.

BP here's some terms to consider for your business model: competition avoiding, selects for hardy customers who stick it out, tolerant for varying quality in the finished house.  

Hi there,Welcome to BP, this is a great website and resource for all types of real estate investing.I suggest you do a lot of research here, do not spend a lot of money with coaches, it would be much better to put that money to work and learn from experience.Additionally, there are many real estate clubs out there, visit them, select your favorites and meet other investors working your area.

When I've bought houses in the past, I selected and paid an inspector and received the report.  

Your Solo 401k provider may allow you to select certain options within that policy.

We are in the buy fix and sell game a bit south of Cleveland, dont do rentals.  

I know yellowletters.com has a good selection of styles that look hand written and are also coming out with 100% hand written letters soon.

@Jack Mitcham Welcome.A lot of Red Sox fans do this also: Go to games in Baltimore because it's cheaper;-)Good to see you're persistence in hanging on is paying off.