The course should run you around $300 but can be picked up for a discount if you search google for coupon codes.As far as free educational sources- youtube and podcasts!

There are a lot of good agents, PM inspectors and others. what works for me not necessarily will work for you.each one of us come with different agenda and plans.I recommend you to pick up the phone or email and reach out to some of them. share your plans and ideas for the near future and the long term. remember, its all about the people and the connection you make, once you find the right one for you, eventually, your team will build your team.good luck.

Did you go see their dorm room and determine if they were like Felix Unger or Oscar Madison from The Odd Couple?

For you next investment I'd pick whatever investment aligns with your real estate investing strategy and goals for the long-term.  

It is because I picked a smooth talking contractor who I overpaid upfront.

The limits are determined by state law.If an IRA owns an asset such as real property, a tenant sues, then they are suing the IRA. 

Hopefully you can pick up one more primary residence in Huntsville, and add that to your rental portfolio when you retire in 2 or 3 years..... 

Loan amount has zero impact on your property tax bill and minimal impact on your homeowner's insurance cost, purchase price primarily determines those two items.- If you want lenders to include rental income from the property you are purchasing, then how much that rent is will impact how much you qualify for. - Yes, they really need to see all your paperwork, etc, to preapprove you.

If you determine the risk is low it may be ok to skip.

Two other people and myself are looking to buy our first rental property together and are trying to determine the best structure to set up the agreement (such as an LLC).