I am ready to get these people out, but it is very difficult in Ontario, Canada. 

I just think that (1) OOS is more difficult than advertised and (2) higher rates have hurt 'cash flow' at every price point.You have Scranton, Allentown, Lancaster, etc. within a couple hours of you. 

<< Most difficult to obtain IMO on smaller amounts.

To get top dollar for a renovated property you're going to have to clear the title as it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to find a title company that will write a policy for title insurance on a property coming from a tax sale.

If you refinance this, you would likely be looking at 75% LTV, which would be below a lot of lender's loan amounts and make this very difficult to leverage.

Starting out may be nerve-racking and difficult, but with the right guidance the process can become seamless and easily repeatable.

Sharing the listing will make it easier for everyone to help you.By reading many many posts identical to this though, I can tell you it is almost ALWAYS the dang price.Also, depending on the market, a furnished LTR can often be more difficult to place a tenant in.

Also, make sure you know what the monthly HOA dues are as these can be pricey and make it difficult to make money off of the rental.

If any of you could help me determine what kind of property damage I should avoid either because it costs too much to fix or it is just too difficult/ time consuming (things like termites, gas lines needing repair, roofing, etc.).

Contractors for rehab and maintenance can be difficult to find, but a good Realtor and Property Mgt team can usually give you some decent leads for that initially.