I would keep the carpet neutral but something easily washable cleanable.As others have said, I'd add other decorative objects like artwork.

.$300 and background check- and having to disclose - seems very reasonable at first glance. curious if anyone objects to it - what reasoning ?

Here is the how I would explain it to a kindergartner:The true power of a 1031 exchange is the ability for an investor to meet their investment objectives without losing equity to taxation.With more money they can buy larger, multiple, or more productive properties.What is the alternative?

The second option was to do a Construction to Perm Loan inclusive of land purchase. 

We already signed the purchase agreement several months ago...it has been on hold while they mitigated a pest control issue that has taken 2 months.If it's that important, make it part of your purchase agreement.

Purchase price: $450,000 Purchased property out of foreclosure, had problems with holder over tenant, but has been resolved, will rehab property to rent at FMV What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

You get as much objective information about them so that you can make an informed decision. 2.

A JV structure is good for a one-off deal because the only commitment you have is to the investor(s) and that individual project or deal.So in part, the answer to your question depends on what your objective is. 

Its usually called a post-completion or post-purchase mortgage.

Quote from @Mike Pak: I just purchased from Josh Gilmore and SDIRA wealth.