Why did you get into that and are there any tips or tricks you utilize?

Even if they do, they may not hear your message enough to fight against the message of "low—and no-money-down" most commonly shared in the forums.

Hypothetically if I win a bid, then would I be able to utilize a HML for any possible repairs now that they'd have access to inside the property?

Depreciation without a 1031 exchange is always recaptured.Partial ownership through a DST or simply purchasing part of a property as a tenant in common should provide the same relief.

Best of luck, and feel free to reach out if you want to consider getting funding from a private lender as it is one of the most common funding options for MF!

I think this will become much more common in areas where people are being priced out of the market.

I have utilized bridge funding in situations where the banks have fallen through, however portfolio lenders are the go to for sure. 

. ;-) When foreclosures are common, (which they are not right now), I send out two thousand letters a week.

Do the same there and see if you find any common brokers who list a handful of the size property you want and connect with them. 

It's pretty common to get half a month's rent, which is then split between you and your brokerage.My best advice is to focus completely on finding a company or mentor who is at the top of their game and NOT AT ALL ON THE MONEY.