We are currently looking to acquire in Texas a medical building for about $2.4 mil all in (purchase and rehab) with hard money lender with about 20% down at 8%.  We are also considering to purchase land (there is lots...

Steve, I really hope this helps you a bit, I sent you a DM on BP... it's one of the reasons I do this, I hope you can assist.

George I really hope this helps you a bit, I sent you a DM on BP... it's one of the reasons I do this, I hope you can assist.

Happy to offer any assistance that you need. 

Honestly, the best thing you can do at your stage is get exposure however you can — part-time work with a property manager, becoming an assistant for a real estate agent, helping an investor with showings or running numbers, or even working maintenance/leasing for a local landlord can give you real hands-on experience.

I might have 4-5 repairs per year. (1 every couple years per property.)

Quote from @Jules Aton: Hi Noah, the best advice I can offer is work like a maniac now and save money so when you are ready to launch you will have the funds to assist in success.  

In addition to the notice that is on the back of the application regarding "renting as is, no additional cleaning or repairs without written approval of PM" and other caveats, I also explain the actual process, basic factors for approval, the documentation they need to provide, cost and payment method for application and for move in should they be approved.If they have not followed all of the instructions, people with poor attitude and that are non-compliant are not a protected class  under fair housing, and they may be disqualified.

Quote from @Nicholas Cavato: I am purchasing my first flip property with assistance with a real estate coach within the Cleveland, Ohio area.

As a case study, great school district that serves a big chunk of KCMO in the North land, market value and rent value have annually appreciated well the last five years, and with a light cleanup for under $3500-$10k (depending on scope of repairs needed), you could rent for $1900-$2200 depending on the time of year.