The property required a full gut rehab as it had been vacant for 15+ years.

I dont like the manufactured pod holders/carousels because they hold like 24+ pods and providing that many will get expensive quickly.

I understand this is not a requirement, but I have never received a damaged unit from an inherited tenant or any legal issues.

You get a deduction for the contribution, the gains grow tax-free and as long as you use the proceeds for health-related expenses the funds come out tax free as well. 

Since your lender requires prior experience building and selling/refinancing a single-family residence (SFR) on your own property, you may need to adjust your approach.

A successful rental property should offer positive cash flow, meaning your rental income should exceed your monthly expenses (mortgage, taxes, insurance, maintenance, etc.).To find the right tenants, ensure the property is priced competitively within the local rental market.

Short-term rentals of non-owner-occupied properties will also require a special use variance which is obtainable by starting with the completion of an application in the Zoning Department."

However, they require consistent maintenance to avoid becoming a liability.

Start by getting pre-approved for a loan, ensuring your credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and finances meet lender requirements.

Things wear out over time, require updating, upgrading, replacement etc..