We keep all business and personal separate for a number of reasons, and I highly recommend it for everyone dealing with the general public on a day-to-day basis.

However, Milwaukee can't compete with Madison on overall quality of tenant pool and assets.

The program had a very small sample size as there weren't many participants + as you mentioned, renovation/conversion costs were extremely high for landlords.For your question, an architect would be a great contact.

Hey @Crystal Kennedy, To help you in your search: be sure to find an accountant that is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee wise.

In what world does reducing labor in a high area of need, it’s only the biggest industry in America, reduce the cost of the service.

There's never been a time in history where building equity through adding value wasn't possible, that's just stinkin' thinkin'.That being said- processes and quality matter greatly and thats where most people lose their shorts, not on the actual deal.  

@Amy Hu I am in the same boat as you, no passive losses because my income is too high. 

Specifically in finding quality contractors servicing the Island. 

Quote from @Daniel Rabinov: Hello,So I am ready to get going on flipping or BRRRR.The thing is, my local market (Los Angeles) is not a great place to start as entry points are really high for beginners and it's very hard to get good deals here.

No serious, legit, high-end GCs will allow you to get materials...it's not how this is done.