My agent brought this deal to me and I jumped on it.

Gentrification starts with racism.  

Also be sure your PM is documenting everything if you already started demo and rehab.

I found a lender and started the refi process. 

Instead, start by sharing why you’re interested and ask questions to understand the seller’s motivation like, ‘Why do you think it hasn’t sold yet?’

Quote from @Sharma Parth: Quote from @Jacob Sherman: are they selling the rent ready properties or consultants guiding you start to finish in the process  rent ready properties. they will take distressed properties > fix them > get you  section 8 tenant > and also offer management for you Sounds like a no brainer if the  numbers are right .

I’ve househacked a handful of properties and it’s truly the best way to get started!

Starting all over from scratch... my gray hair is turning back black....LOL.   

But neither do you, yet you started with:"Short answer is "yes"  - which I consider misleading.And you manipulated the OP's question to fit your agenda.

@Anthony MillerYour property management experience is a major advantage as you start investing, giving you a head start with tenant screening, lease agreements, and maintenance coordination.