OROption 2: Go big and do a cash-out refi/203K/HELOC to not only repair the foundation and waterproofing, but to add an extension to the home that would support a legal duplex for some income producing property.

**Gutters and Downspouts: Loose or Missing Extensions** - Issues with the gutters and downspouts could lead to water accumulation around the foundation.

It works like this: pick one of their turnkey-ish houses from their list, or bring your own, get financed for a 50k house with 10k down, pay interest only @ 10% for two(or3) years with 5% accrued interest tacked on to the balloon payment after 5 years with possible 2 year extension.

We're adding a 400-450 extension to the house to add a bed and bath.

Having done 50 deals and your extensive postings on Bigger Pockets verifies your credibility to vote yeah or nay.  

Ohio has emerged as a primary focus in my extensive search across various states (I have looked into many states).

I'm curious if anyone has created "digital guidebooks" for their STRs? 

Unmitigated water damage becomes mold damage and and there is the potential of extensive smoke damage in the same airspace.

Is it just combining medications into one pill or capsule or does it require more extensive processing. 

While consulting with a CPA is the suitable choice, I recommend compiling a comprehensive list of all your questions and finding a CPA with proven experience in small business and real estate.Based on my extensive experience, having been in similar situations multiple times, I've learned that the effectiveness of a CPA depends on the quality of the question I asked.