I'm sure many people will disagree strongly. 

Focus on key areas first (like floors, walls, kitchen, or bathroom), which may help you handle the costs more gradually, even if it means moving in furniture or updating fixtures down the line.Also, since the tenant left it in rough shape, be sure to document all the damage (photos, receipts) in case you decide to pursue reimbursement through their security deposit or in court.

And so, in other words, you may not be limited to just one program.”If you want to learn more or see what you qualify for, be sure to lean on the pros.

This way, if vacation rental management becomes too demanding or isn’t feasible, you have an alternative strategy in place.Make sure to confirm that the HOA or association allows rentals at all.

I am now ready to hang drywall, but I'm not sure how to fit the already wired, electrical boxes through the drywall cutouts.

What, if any, are the ramifications if the operators did no due diligence to make sure investors needed to be accredited? 

Hey @Reid Laliberte,That's a heck of a deal and I'm sure you have a good amount of equity in it now.

It worked out fine, though each time I got a little less than advertised interest rate (about 9% vs 10%) and I had to send a reminder email to to get my money back, but I did get it back.I ask about others' experience, because I'm still not 100% sure it's not a ponzi. 

Make sure your wife agrees with this plan, though.

You can make sure her will states you would inherit it, but it's risky because wills can be changed at any time.3.