There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

Keep in mind that I am selling them as affordable fixer uppers and usually only address any health, safety, and functionality issues.

I invest locally and invest out of state, and the main issue for most is the shiny diamond syndrome providing you the reasons why investing (insert area here) is the best place. 

This plays into the affordability issues for tenants by allowing them to live in nicer neighborhoods for less money, yet I get monthly revenue comparable to short-term rentals.

Major issues are lack of parking, lack of elevators, leading to numerous unlived in units.  

The issue we had is that over time, our sheets get mixed up with other customers' (cheaper) sheets, and we ultimately end up with an inventory of sheets that are not ours.

Very brief summary of article: CTA has a issued a nationwide Stay on the January 1, 2025 deadline for beneficial ownership reporting to the (Federal) Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).

Freight is the major cost issue, which since you're near a port that's a non-issue. 

Period.I love my family, BUT the stories of issue with family doing business with family are ubiquitous.I hope all goes smooth for you and everyone is happy, BUT......My 2 cents,Mike

It sounds like the issue is with the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), which lenders often use to determine how much they’re willing to loan.