Your 1st photo is your Visual HOOK.

If you do a good job, the judge will reward you with an eviction, usually 5 days for the tenant to vacate (five days because that is the time period that tenant has to file for an appeal of the judges verdict).  

At one point I was told I could obtain funding (non-conforming was the term that was used) with 12 months of bank statements.My question is what would make me more appealing to a lender; should I continue with 1099 work or go to W2??

Make sure the property has street appeal.

It also features a minisplit HVAC system and PVC exterior covering.We plan to market it as a vacation rental, given its potential appeal to eco-conscious travelers and those looking for a distinctive getaway experience.I’m reaching out to see if anyone has experience with selling or financing geodesic domes.

One year we appealed the assessmnet on 65 of our properties. 

The buyer will, if they get screwed, attempt to get whatever they can from the seller, and from YOU, as the wholesaler. ...In sum - if the above sounds appealing to you, go for it! 

“The merits panel now has the appeal, which remains expedited, and a briefing schedule will issue forthwith.

We added value by investing $45,000 in well-planned renovations, modernizing key areas, enhancing curb appeal, and ensuring market-ready quality.

Here's a bit of visualization/data on some of the markets mentioned in this thread.