The camera idea is a good one.

Then rent the bigger home out using a property manager, allowing her to possibly cash flow and maintain that asset and let it continue to grow in value.Encourage her to consult with a CPA or tax attorney to explore the best strategy tailored to her situation.

Present a win-win scenario.

A 20% down payment will allow you to have a positive cash flow, even using conservative projections and a property management company.

it costs $0 to file a complaint with a state or states AG.

The concern with the DSCR loan is that I need to make the property present as though it's rented to individuals during appraisal (tough since it's a working rehab facility now) and must create another lease that shows the tenant as personal and not a company.

I'm a financial planner by profession so you'd think the default answer is, "heck yeah, always hire a planner!"  

I would like to fund a fix and flip deal with a first lien position in Florida. 

It helps a lot with networking on here.Other than that, be a sponge and soak up as much content to learn the game.

Ours is a 1 bedroom and has a pull out couch.