I am looking to learn from other investors as a college student to enhance my knowledge in personal finance and real estate to become more financially literate.

However they informed me that the chimney would need to be completely rebuilt from the roof line and the quotes I received  were more than I could bear for something that doesn't enhance the value of the property. 

Of course, you need a good design and good copy and all of the little tricks to enhance your open and response rate (bulky letter, real stamp askew, maybe even a coffee cup stain on the envelope, etc.), but with a bad list, you're dead from the start.Here's a link to a couple of my marketing materials, if it's of any use to you:http://paulpayscash.com/marketing/

In addition, incorporating images of the backyard and a video tour could further enhance its appeal.

A line of credit is good if you bought an asset and were rehabbing it to sell but for keeping it as a buy and hold it does nothing for you - again unless you were trying to do a major renovation to enhance value and refinanceOtherwise you are just overleveraged

With enhanced rules for Sec 179 and bonus depreciation, the traditional benefit of cost seg is amplified.

If I had the money on hand and it was going to be a professionally finished project- I would do it.I would not expect to make the cash off of the quarters to justify it- but even a free one in my market, would enhance the property value enough to justify it.

You can enhance this further by utilizing facebook and twitter ads at the beginning while your website is moving up the search engine results.

Also agree the bulk of your time should be on enhancing your practice. 

Securing an advantageous 3.1% interest rate, I have taken advantage of favorable market conditions.Since purchasing the property, I have dedicated myself to enhancing its appeal and functionality.