I hear people talk about having a business plan that they take to the banks or lenders to show what they plan to do with a property.i was wondering who is that person that writes up the business plan is it yourself, a developer, architect, a numbers guy or is it all of their information put in a booklet to give to the bankers for the loan.

My wife needed funds for her business and I extended 2 independent loans by refinancing our home mortgage.

It's a hospitality business and different from traditional rentals. 

Not implying your agent is taking advantage of your beginner knowledge just to offload a property and get dual agency commissions, but again, might not be the worst idea in the world to have someone in the Bigger Pockets community who's local/understands the Charlotte market to take a look at the deal you're getting ready to move forward on.As far as inspectors, I would recommend one that we use for our business that is in the Charlotte/surrounding areas.Precision Inspection Services - Steven Lee - 704-575-2917

I have Quickbooks Pro 2016 (desktop version) and I'm looking for advice on setting it up for my business.

You're business will have a snowball effect long-term... just gotta know what you're doing, do right by people, and stay consistent.Keep Building!!

@Matt "Roar" Gardner are you saying that the condo HOA fees fluctuate be on the season to make it easier on the owner in the winter and more profitable for themselves during the busy season?

I live in Port Orchard and own a small retail business.

If you're calling is to be a big time property manager, working full time at some place like Greystar properties as a property manager for two or three years we'll expose you to that end of the business as well as get you some benefits.Good Luck!

My husband has his business and primary residence established in South Carolina.