Make improvements, get the property stabilized and then refi into agency debt.

I’ll do some searching in both areas and I’ll reach out with questions later.

And lastly, I search FunishedFinder listings nearby, find comparable properties, and track the listed rent for a few months (does it increase, decrease?).

Bookkeeping when it comes to real estate investments can get tricky.I often find the following mistakes occur1) They fully write off the mortgage payment when in reality the mortgage payment is broken down into Interest, principal paydown and an increase into the escrow account.2) If the property is managed by a PM company, do not factor in the PM Statement3) do not calculate depreciation expenseBest of luck in your search for a proper bookkeper.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area. 

Property appraised value increased substantially with improvements and new higher rental tenants

A full list of improvements completed4.

We are currently searching and analyzing properties on the market.My question is regarding "free" credit offers. 

Communication is challenging, most likely uninsured, but this is in-line with the budget.c) Keep searching for contractors, adding time to project and potentially costs.d) Buy scaffolding or rent scaffolding or a lift and demo myself for under $1,500, including dumpster.What would you do??

Obviously I will have a title search and get title insurance but I assumed they would still be required to fill out a SD but maybe not.