Any advice on this and experience/tips from others having gone through similar deals would be greatly appreciated!

Make sure you talk to a Banker or Loan officer that is well versed in both SE (Self Employed) income and also Non/QM programs.One tip I will give you as a Banker is open up a "Business Checking account" and for the next 12 months pay "Everything" out of that account. 

Im trying to avoid being the bad guy here, while still protecting my investment.The insurance company requirement is a great tip.

One tip: focus on areas with year-round demand and check local regulations early—they can make or break a deal. 

Huge junk removal needed.

If anyone has tips for tackling those first few deals, insights on balancing these strategies, or just wants to connect, I’d love to chat!

Good luck, and feel free to ask if you need more tips on tenant screening!

i want to possibly use hard money this year to grow quicker   and can you use them for new builds  who should i use and  any tips?   

Hello @Peter Mckernan, These tips are very helpful and will definitely use them on future listings.

I would love to have some clarity and steering in the right direction as to the best source for FHA loan information and caveats, as well as any tips for a 22-year-old single investor planning on house hacking for my first real estate investment.