Instead, I decided to take 15 minutes assuming I was in your shoes and looking for someone to manage a project in that location. 

As I'm sure there will be folks in NJ and in the MTR space in general reading this thread, I think it's a good time to showcase the amazing people here.

What would you do if you were in my shoes?

Along with what's already been said, I would use a professional photographer to really showcase the spaces so Guest can envision themselves playing bocce ball, lounging outside, etc. 

We have however learnt a lot over the past one year through bigger pockets and our own experience with this bubble gum on our shoes.

However, these situations can be complicated, and it's to your benefit to have a realtor on your side (if you don't already) to help you negotiate and stay within the law.Your post was pretty general, which I appreciate, but I don't know if I handled all of the concerns someone in your shoes would have.

In your shoes, you know what things cannot be changed in your life (the fact that you have debt, rent, any family situations that affect your availability). 

So if I were in your shoes I would want to be really confident in the exit strategy. 1) confirm rent estimates 2) confirm ARV and the demand in that area to buy a house like that in the price range 3) are there banks willing to refinance at the LTV you want with the seasoning period you have. 40k for a house of that size that needs that work would be the cost of materials alone where we live in WI, so verify your estimates.

This quick turnaround demonstrated our ability to maximize profit with minimal investment, showcasing effective market strategy and strong partnership.

This transaction showcased our ability to quickly identify and capitalize on profitable opportunities, resulting in a strong return on investment within just a few months.