I love that you’ve explored so many strategies.Attending BPcon in Cancun and now heading to Vegas is amazing!

To be clear, I don't think this is redlining, but the flag always goes up in my head because I don't know enough about it. 

I just shook my head and honestly lost respect for them.

I think @Patrick Roberts hit the nail on its head.

See below for explanations, with headings taken from the attached document.Broken windows or exterior doors-The two narrow windows in the living room do not fit into the walls properly.

This was a cost-effective way to meet our requirement of providing just a stove and refrigerator (we don’t include washers or dryers), without breaking the bank further.But here’s the twist: If we were upgrading appliances for a long-term tenant with a stellar payment history, we might invest in brand-new appliances.

Depends on which state you're considering.This is just off the top of my head and far from an exhaustive list of considerations.

Not sure if you own or rent your primary home, but not all DSCR lenders will lend to first time homebuyers and/or first time investors...just a heads up.

Safeguard is trying to clean up the mess but it seems they are in over their heads. 

Install low flow water heads, swap the washer/dryer with High Efficiency models, replace the water heater with a tankless version and lock the temperature at a reasonable level, install smart thermostats that will automatically reduce the heat/cool when it senses no one is home, swap all the lights for LEDs, etc.