My issue with that request is that if I convert the house to a long term, I'd lose at least $600/month of income vs the mid term model I currently have.All that said, my DTI sits at 58% with the models they use.

No safety precautions and sometimes we couldn’t communicate with them.

@Logan Guerrero one of the challenges with maintenance is owners not having funds.So, we've learned to prioritize maintenance issues:1) Health & safety issues2) City & S8 inspection issues3) Property preservation4) Direct marketing issues (purple walls)5) Miscellaneous

Being 1099 and not having guaranteed income is challenging as is, I'm essentially dipping deep into my safety net to fund this project but the last couple of years have been great and I'm eager to get started.

I'd be worried about pre-construction projects for your own safety.   

If I were you, I would stick to the better situated markets and if the flip model is not working, focus on different strategies until you can make it work with necessary margin (especially on your first project where there will be a learning curve).

---Tenants are also allowed to break their S8 lease if their home is broken into and they fear for their safety.

I know Redfin loves this since this is part of their model. I

Their business model is just like any insurance model.... take in the most $$ and pay out the least... its that simple.Keep reserves and find your owner repair companies to do business with...And it took 6 months and multiple companies and visits to even look at the filter?

If this is done incorrectly by a contractor without the relevant experience, licensing and insurance; it could land you in some hot water with regard to safety of your tenants, being financially liable for damage etc.