I like Bhargav's suggestion, maybe using a combination of leverage and cash if you have $1 million. 

-If I buy using a title company, the title company will make sure I get all debts and liens payed off and I should have no problems getting the house free and clear.

Your goal when renovating is to create a warm, comfortable and spacious environment.Typically this is done by using good lighting methods lighter colors with some sort of accent color and creating an open floor plan.For flooring, I would recommend using a lighter oak color.

I thought my multi unit was using a ton of water because it was 33,000 gallons in a 6 month period.

Same can be said for using a property manager vs yourself or using a realtor or not.

We then spent around $30,000 out of pocket on renovations, including repairing the roof, upgrading the electric panel, installing new HVAC, and putting in a new kitchen.After completing the work, we refinanced with LendingOne using a 30-year fixed-rate DSCR product at around 7%, which resulted in a net cash-out of approximately $15,000.A couple of things to note:I'm out of pocket on this property for around $40,000 ($25k down, $30k rehab, minus $15k recaptured).I'm thrilled with this amount since it's far less than our "normal" 25% down strategy would require based on the higher value.The property appraised for $330,000 after the renovations.The key point for me is that this property is now netting around $800/month in cash flow.

If they aren't using a professional machine, odds are high that they'll leave water in the pad, causing the place to smell like mildew after a few days.

Using a calculator to determine how much rent to charge sounds like you are using the tool backwards. 

Have you considered using a service to help you select a market and home?

Even if you do, those that lend using a note as collateral will charge you hard money rates.