If you list the company we could probably provide a lot more insight. details are important when the ship is sinking (or has already sunk but you didnt realize it). 

Is cash flow the most important or is equity growth more important to you?

While this job could be performed remotely, working with my peers in person for at least a year is important to me.

This included all the data from the first 6 months of the year as I did not hire her until July.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

Design matters in today's investing world, and it's so important to get that design right on your projects.This is just one example of how bold designs are not always what's best for your flips!

Yea I have been talking to some mentors and they have stressed the importance of having instant equity and multiple exit strategies in a market like this.

Secondly, the homeowner would need to cooperate as she would need to submit a bunch of paperwork including income statements, tax returns, etc. for the Short Sale application to show that she is insolvent.  

These were not specifically related to owning rental properties but the clients' assets (including any owned property) was better protected due to having umbrella coverage.  

Trustin your PM partner is important and they will follow your lead, so don't expect them to provide you with your business plan.