Ideas for some of the paragraphs: - Future Setting: where you live, what you see from your front porch or backyard, what your kitchen/gym look like. - Family: Kids? 

I think you'll be hard pressed to get an ARV of $140k IMO...I'd expect something around $115k or lower.

Hello Mason.I am looking to invest in the Knoxville area in the near future and would be interested in any recommendations you may have. 

You already seemed to conclude you are forcing this deal, I would agree unless there's a reason why this property will appreciate significantly in the near future and the 40 year amortization schedule allows you to hold on for that to occur. 

These are pretty much the replies I expected, but great to hear that I'm not the only one concerned with guest safety. 

With the fires in CA, you can expect materials and contractors to become even more expensive. 

If interested, DM me and I can connect you to the organizers so that you are aware of future meetups.

A project like that will probably take 6 months to 1 year, so what's your expectation for future rents?

I’m considering tapping into this equity to fund future fix-and-flip projects or even purchase another rental property.My questions are:Do you think leveraging the equity in my properties is a smart move for real estate investments?

Local market trends: Could you share any insights into current rental market conditions and future growth projections for these areas?