but it's really, really tough right now as there is limited inventory, tremendous competition for deals, money is expensive, and good contractors are booked up.the equity in your home is an example of very expensive money. 

But this is tough to tell and harder to find once installed.Frustrating situation because I haven't found a ton of great problem-solving for snap/click floor once installed, it's all about preparation and installation and then you're usually stuck unless you pull up and replace completely which isn't necessary in your case.

I am sure early on in your career you`ve made mistakes and trusted the wrong people/professionals, and I bet that didn't prove you a bad real estate professional.

Shouldn’t be too tough a sale, huh? 

California can be tough!

Then consider training up someone in one of the homes to take over management.Great start, you just have to continue the plan.Denton is often tough to find the right house or right situation. 

If we could prove out income I know getting money for the renovation with the property as security would be no issue, any suggestions? 

Tenant base is tough.

You do have to prove your value, not just ask for a reduction. 

3) If yes, what evidence can you present that would tend to prove that?