I was specifically studying Grant Kemp and Mitch Stephen but now I think all of that may have been for nothing. 

Study up a bit on what goes into a wire gut job.

You’ve studied enough, now do it.

He turned me onto watching videos from Sean Terry, Max Maxwell, and eventually Cody Hofhine and Tom Krol from Wholesaling Inc.I studied using the Wholesaling Inc Rhino Tribe Training Lessons.

It might be better to refinance as much as possible while still maintaining cashflow and subsequently getting a HELOC in case you find a use for those funds that deliver a better return than the cost of borrowing.

The property was clean and well maintained but could use a few updates. 

My wife and I moved from Montana to Northern Kentucky 10 years ago, though I'm originally from North Central, Ohio.It was around that time that I read the books 4-Hour Work Week and Rich Dad Poor Dad, which both lit a fire in me to better understand this idea of passive income to reach financial freedom for myself and retirement for my father.I've spent this past year immersing myself in dozens of books, listening to hundreds of hours of podcasts, networking with realtors, and studying as much as I can about this industry.

I have been fortunate to have a couple of great partners, and having things in writing is especially important in maintaining relationships that are already good, in addition to protecting yourself.

@Joe Krug@Ian Ippolito maintains an independent website for investors (he does not permit members to promote or sell anything) to share their research and experiences with various crowdfunding sponsors and investments. 

It will take some studying the area and initial travel.