In addition to conventional loans and FHA loans, if either you or your wife are veterans, the VA also has a rehab program.I'd be happy to discuss my rehab experience both as an investor and as a mortgage broker, and at least help you think through your options. 

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@Chris Seveney While I'm not at that level to be able to provide personal experience I will follow to see what others respond with.One question I would have is, 'What is your current loan volume today?'   

If anyone has any experience on either end of a transaction like this i would be interested in hearing from you.

Happy to chat more about my experiences if you'd like. 

We have 20 years of experience and are always looking for investors to work with. 

I understand that starting condition and location will play a factor here, but just wondering what your experience has been.

How's your experience with FF? 

My experience with friends/some clients is get their numbers via whatever method you can and reach out via the phone.

And yes this will be a huge learning experience.