@Brent SmithCome talk with me at our local meet up. see link with details below: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/592616-coffee-with-investors-every-wednesday-morning

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Here is how I do it:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2010/03/10...To use the formula, you need to be able to accurately estimate ARV:http://beta.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/73...You need to be able to estimate Fixed Costs:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2010/03/17...You need to be able to estimate rehab costs:http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookAnd you need to determine your desired profits...I strive for 15% of resale value with a minimum of $15K (for lower priced projects).

Below are posts from BP colleagues who requested a CPA in your area.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/513...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/585/topics/20...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/508...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/122..You may want to send a message to the thread starter of the above links.

If I don't understand the fundamentals of the terms myself, how can I confidently approach the topic.

How do I approach seller financing topic that includes PP and repairs?

I will be getting in touch with a tax professional this week and I'm coming up with a list of questions/topics to talk to them about.

Eventually I will be needing those and I found those topics of conversation fascinating.