If anyone has any good books or websites they can direct me to that discusses real estate, business, or financial education please let me know.

I had thoughts that "legitimizing" my business would be a smart first step.a.k.a. making a website, having business cards, getting a separate "business" phone/voicemail to answer prospective leads inquiring about properties or offering them.Would anyone suggest that this is the right direction to go before spending money on direct mailing campaigns/driving for dollars/running advertisements via craigslist or any other source?

Most people that I’ve had the opportunity to do business with use the percent of property value because it ties directly to the cost to repair the physical asset, whereas rental income can vary significantly in relation to the cost of repairing the property.

One of the biggest benefits that I've received from this website and listening to the podcasts is opening my mind to things that I did not know existed and what kinds of things to ask about or what to expect in rental ownership. 

Anyway, good luck to you and feel free to reach out directly if I can ever do anything for you. 

I am trying to complete the application for Trade Name and on question #4 its asking me, Do I have a personal property account ( " L " number) and if no it's directing me to complete an annual personal property with the State of Maryland Assessments and Taxation Department and I have no property to report at this time.

Not sure how to even go about finding a private lenderJust hoping someone can help me set off in the right direction.

We will be happy to help you with more information If the wholesaler plays hardball with your earnest money, go strike a deal with the seller directly

Rent is cheaper 65% then section 8 program (smaller payout)I prefer to put the property on section 8 because i KNOW that i will receive my money, or at least most of it.

To do this you will need to make an "amendment" to the original agreement  which will give you permission to assign and sublet.Once you have received this approval, you can assign your contract or sublet to a tenant buyer for a higher cost and purchase price.