I don't want to rush or force myself to spend that kind of money, but I'll explain a little bit about the coaching/partnership program.

I came up ahead .

It is hard to put a timeline on this step because like anything worth getting into, it shouldn't be rushed. 

@Jenni G.If you know how much it costs ahead of time, there is no such thing as “too much fees”.

You might rent it out to someone else in Dec. and come out ahead. 

@Tom Carmody go ahead and put the money in to correct the problem.

I have to wait another 2 months to appear before the city to determine if I can go ahead with the structure or not.I have title insurance and owner’s insurance.

I am ahead in the process and closing on my property on monday.

And this thinking is the source of many problems ahead.

Too many new investors are trying to rush into ownership, but if you don't have 3.5% minimum downpayment for an FHA plus 10k in the bank for all that will come up, closing costs, inspections, you really need to keep saving and then keep saving some more to make sure you don't bite off more than you can chew.If your DIY friends are not licensed, remember you will need to get a certificate of occupancy when any renovation is done and all permits and renovations would need to be approved before reselling.