@Lulu LueHUD has 2 online databases of lenders showing which ones have the most experience with 203k's. 

One example would be the office sector being hit hard with defaults.

hyper forcus on one area and go under contract directly with the sellers.

I’m just taking it one step at a time, learning as I go, and trying to set things up the right way from the start.

There is one other explanation, being over extended.

Most 1031s will start in one location and end in another anyway. 

For many young Americans, buying a home has always been a major milestone—one that represents financial stability and long-term investment.

the little nuances one learns in the foreclosure bizz... states with redemption rights are very tricky... in Oregon the rights sunset after 6 months.. so many investors if they don't have the rights ( ie can't find the person who lost the house) Or does not want to pay someone who bought the redemption rights and is holding them hostage.. they just wait out the 6 months and go about their bizz...

Are you looking to do more heavy rehab projects like this one? 

However, a general rule of thumb is to hold it in the same taxpayer name for at least one year before making any changes.