Understanding material costs gives you more leverage and clarity in your conversations.When it comes to payments, ask for a line-item draw schedule and tie payments to project milestones, not just time.

From there, you need to understand costs to convert, and if it makes financial sense.

From my understanding, when you purchase a home warranty you pay for the whole years price for whichever plan you choose at once and its not paid monthly.

@Katie Camargo full disclosure, Boob runs a VA provider service.I don't know anything about his business, but do know there are probably 20+ companies in the space.You can also try to hire your own part-time VA on Upwork (worldwide) or OnlineJobsPH (Philippines only).Just understand that many VA's are task driven and really not success driven. 

Understanding the basics — cash flow, financing, property types — will help you make smart choices.2.

The lot is on a hill, so not all of it is fully usable.While it’s R4 zoning, I understand the 32’ frontage likely limits multifamily development (e.g., tough to build two-family without a variance), so this may appeal more to buy-and-hold investors, rehabbers, or end-users rather than developers.The property is vacant and in significant disrepair.

A well-crafted asset protection plan helps limit liability, preserve your wealth, and position you more securely in the face of legal challenges.To navigate both areas with confidence, it's essential to work with experienced professionals, including a tax advisor who understands real estate and an asset protection attorney aligned with your long-term objectives.

@Bo-Yu ChenRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location/neighborhoods to invest in.Why is Property Class so important for investors to understand and apply in their investing strategies?

Even if the strategy they teach WERE valid, it still can not be implemented by the vast majority of their “students” because the students lack the knowledge and understanding and experience in real estate FUNDAMENTALS needed to be able to successfully implement ANY real estate investment strategy.  

Quote from @Dylan Mortman: I'm trying to understand the amount of money that is either left in the deal or considered "gained" through a refi.At the highest level - What do I subtract from the big chunk of money I get from a cash out refi?