Readers should seek professional advice.

With these additions I got comps putting the deal's ARV around 347.The punctual, timely, and professional contractors I met gave me quotes between 90-135k for my full project.

But I would be sure to look into that & speak to a tax professional up there before dumping too much time into research.

BP is a great place to connect and meet real estate investors and professionals.

Your best bet is to ask for referrals from professionals in the space: realtors, other investors, this forum, FB groups, etc.

The first is that there's no consensus between tax professionals, and the second is that you will not like my personal interpretation.My interpretation is:Until the property is "placed in service" - everything goes into basis.Illustration.You buy a property July 1st.You finish rehab November 1st and put the property on the market.Your tenant moves in January 15th.The property was placed in service November 1st, and it does not matter that the tenant did not move in until the next year.Everything paid between July 1st and November 1st, including interest and utilities, goes into basis.

Assuming they are professional and skilled in the craft - alot of the issues you have faced, they will remediate and mitigate moving forward.

Find out who has good Google Reviews (and responds to them), find out who answers their phone, find out who has a polished and professional website, etc. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

Consult with a legal professional for guidance specific to your situation.