To me, there seems to be a "what first" issue I've run into.

I don't understand how you can't track them down.You could stop paying HOA dues, and that will force them to contact you.As for the PM, I would instruct them to hold off on painting until the termite issue is resolved, which includes providing you with contact information of the HOA board.

That being said, if you are doing a non-income based loan, then you wouldn't have an issue qualifying still.

Scope creep is a huge problem and the more you learn up about the project up front, the easier it is to figure out what actually needs to be done and avoid surprises (or pass on deals that need more than you initially think): https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/due-diligence-ultimate-gu...I highly recommend building a contingency (I do 20%) into your rehab budgets for unexpected issues.

@Jay Hinrichs @Patrick DesjardinsWe rep and warrant all notes (both re-performing and non-performing) to be a valid lien and to be in the lien position as disclosed at the time of purchase.Our current performance warranty on re-performing notes is as follows:"In the event that a re-performing note becomes delinquent, or enters non-performing status, PPR’s Loss Mitigation Department will notify the note investor within 30-60 days and then attempt to address and correct the payment issue prior to the loan becoming 120 days past due.

Say there’s a way to sidestep the door-opener issue.

I also hope to build my network of lenders, contractors, etc.My highest priority currently is learning and practicing to identify and analyze properties.

Let any potential renter know that you intend to convert the garage into an ADU and address any potential issues created by adding the ADU (parking, shared yard, quiet hours, etc.)

The issue with lots in gatlinburg and/or with views is the same.

That way there shouldn't be an issue with a due-on-sale/transfer clause.