So we could do this loan strictly as a value add play on the self storage units and renting out the metal building.

I don't understand enough about it to know if them stocking up on single-family and small multi-family properties in the Denver area, at the current prices, is a good initial play that will hold up.

With rental real estate, you can usually deduct up to $25,000 in passive losses, like depreciation and expenses, if you actively participate in the rental activity.But here’s where income comes into play: if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) is $100,000 or less, you can take the full $25,000 deduction.

Or should I use a service such as Zenbusiness or Tailor Brands? 

I am very new to the space and brand new to the bigger pockets platform.

Its a brand new construction duplex in Lihigh Acres. 

LLC's are welcomed, no DTIs, and less paperwork...happy to connect.Also check out this BP article that explains how DSCRs play into BRRRRs: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/brrrr-loans-what-are-the-...

Equity Partner BuyoutConsider an equity partner to help fund renovations in exchange for a share of the profits, reducing your risk and investment.STR seems like a solid option, but these alternative strategies give you flexibility depending on how things play out. 

At the time that I had moved into the holdover tenant's unit, i had installed a brand new shower head.

The other unit he rented to his daughter and family, they lasted 2 months and caused $5000, in damages to the brand new unit""3 years later over $150,000 of renos, he seems to keep coming to us with repairs after repairs"Sorry, but after her requested moving outlets for appliances, I would have said this isn't going to work.