Access to capital at reasonable rates IE from a Bank not a HML or PML this is also a big deal  HML / PML is generally 14 to 18% apr on your projects..

Personally I try to reserve my HELOC for emergency or unexpected costs during a project, so if you can try not to use all of it for the initial purchase and planned rehab.

They helped determine what modifications were essential for compliance and worked to maximize savings in the project.

Would be a great option as you are about to close on the next project or pick a new one up. 

That might be the project to bite off on. 

There are a ton of properties that are purchased wrong either because the buyers construction budget is off or their projected out sale/rents are incorrect.

And it's projected to cash flow $400/month net. 

I purchased the project mid flow for a discount and completed it with the builder.The Appraisal: The 2025 property tax appraisal we received went from 1.66M to 2.43M (46.4% increase).

Is 1.3 usually what you see with those smaller private sized projects?

Politely but firmly emphasize that access is required to maintain a safe, habitable home.Propose Multiple Appointment Options: Offer a few specific dates and times for the repairs, emphasizing that this is to address her reported issues.