Ideally would be purchasing some land out there & using our building background to do something unique. 

A HELOC offers flexibility and lower interest rates, which can be ideal if you’re looking for short-term financing with lower payments during construction.

Did the customer doors also. 

Ideally I wanted to live in Lake View as that's my dream neighborhood, but I just didn't have the funds/income.

Home 1 is ideal for a fix-and-flip loan to fund the remaining $90K, which I can help you evaluate options.

Furnished Finder is a good idea, even if the fit with travel nurses hasn’t been ideal—it might be worth exploring other platforms for mid-term renters or marketing directly to local families in need of temporary housing.One thought: consider offering seasonal promotions or themed packages to draw in more guests, like holiday stays or discounts for longer weekends.

My ideal location would currently actually be Augusta, GA because I really want to start somewhere with a very low crime rate. 

I check to see how the dogs behave with people, ideally also with children, with dogs, and with cats.  

That's it, but a) print out a page for each property you think is comparable, b) make the list of repairs long and inclusive of everything you've done. c) Put larger items first like kitchen remodel......and don't just say 'kitchen remodel', list things like 'custom backsplash tile/Bosch appliances/recessed can lighting/pot filler/etc. d) Cite the price/value of the work done, and don't be afraid to be generous.

After living in the property for a full year, we have come to terms and accepted that this is not our ideal location.