The properties I won are nearly impossible to find on the county tax sites with the information given and so far the person is not really helping. 

It's about being a person great mentors want to help!

Personally, I'd prefer dollar-tree ones (if basic, uncluttered look) over none in the room (bedroom, whatever) because I want to encourage trash being put away.

Hire an inspector /independent person to manage the job site for you, someone with your best interest at heart.

But starting with single-family can be a great way to gain experience and confidence before tackling larger deals.If you were someone I knew personally, I would probably suggest multifamily, but it's not for everyone.

Honestly, part of it is personal.

This is NOT Business Credit.By establishing a separate corporate credit profile on the EIN Number (separate from the business owner's SSN/FICO), investors can access substantial business credit lines, capital for property acquisitions, and renovation funds without personally guaranteeing the debt.This approach creates a powerful financial firewall between personal and business assets while potentially generating a significantly larger (ROI) through reduced interest rates, increased borrowing capacity, and the ability to scale investments more rapidly.The education gap surrounding EIN corporate credit means savvy investors who understand and implement this strategy can gain a significant competitive advantage.

If you are looking to use rental income instead of personal income to qualify for mortgage, you'll be looking at commercial financing.

Reporting these expenses on your personal tax return (likely Schedule C for a sole proprietor) could result in a net loss that might offset other taxable income, reducing your overall tax liability.

If this person is local to you or you know them personally, see if they'll give you their time and (if so) how much of it.