Therefore, the city you choose must have significant and sustained population growth.Sufficient rental income to replace your current income.

If you choose to do anything regarding this cosmetic work I would suggest as have others hiring a professional and possibly splitting the cost in some fashion with the tenant.

If you have more money than time, o direct mail, PPC, etc.Whatever you choose, be consistent. 

For comparison:10-yard dumpster: Holds approximately 3-4 pickup truck loads.20-yard dumpster: Holds approximately 6-8 pickup truck loads.Depending on how much debris you estimate (6 doors, carpet, flooring, old trim), an 11-yard dumpster might be sufficient.Cost Considerations: Dumpster rental costs can vary widely based on location, duration of rental, and the company you choose. $400 for a 2-day rental of an 11-yard dumpster might seem high, but it’s important to consider what’s included (delivery, pickup, disposal fees) and whether there are any weight limits.Alternative Options:Bagster Bags: These are large, disposable bags that you fill with debris and arrange for pickup.Junk Removal Services: Some companies specialize in hauling away specific types of debris.

Some big ones that you guys can talk about before getting lawyers/CPAs involved to see if you are in agreement are things like identifying key decision rights and determine who has those if there is a disagreement (leasing decisions, refinancing, sale, choosing a property manager, scope of capex and renovations, etc) and determining profit/distribution splits.

You agree that we may make a fixture filing, if we choose, provided that you and we agree that we may enforce rights in the Collateralized Goods under the Uniform Commercial Code and not under state real estate or mortgage law." 

They usually have a team of trusted contractors for you to choose from, obtain quotes during the due diligence period on any issues, for you to make the right choice.

Choose the one that you know how to use it.  

I would not choose to buy a non value add, rent ready property in my market to LTR.

If you are an owner of the business your income is coming from then your income source is in a way "self dealing" in that you COULD if you choose puff your income to qualify for loans you otherwise would not qualify for.