You can't ask that question reasonably on a RE investor's board, because most people here either do so much of this that it's rote or think (or actually do) they know enough to not need any help.

Stick to cosmetic updates with high ROI.Leverage Financing Wisely – Hard money, private money, or partnerships can help fund your flip while preserving your cash.Have Multiple Exit Strategies – If selling doesn’t go as planned, consider renting, refinancing, or wholesaling.Stay Organized & Stick to a Timeline – Time is money in flipping.

I would focus on your return threshold and finding terms that help you get there.

Here's a reference from the City's website:https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/building...Hope this helps!

Are the SEC regulations intimidating, or do you need help structuring a deal?

Let me know if you still need help!

Also take a look at what type of support the company offers at setup, as well as what kind of technology is available to help you manage your account and investments.

Hope that helps. 

To help give some guidance on where you may look to start out it would be helpful to know where you are at in life and if you are looking at being really involved (active investing) or just have money you want to put to work in real estate (passive).

Your 2nd property will be using a lease, since you would be doing what's called a Conversion of your Primary Residence, which is when you buy a new primary and convert your existing primary to an investment property at the same time.Hope that helps.