The other info sounds great but I would verify the assumptions I mentioned because if they’re off, it throws everything else off.  

For the bedrooms and bath, choose colors from the rug, and use them, you can't go wrong! 

This would probably allow me to qualify for the FHA loan if this is true since the giant loss is throwing off my DTI. 

And you must use all of your net proceeds in the purchases.The opportunity for you is that you can allocate the cash from your sale anyway you want. 

Quote from @Timothy Newsome: Hello, looking to potentially use a hard money lender in NJ.

The city wants to have "Neighborhood Anchors Points" consisting of Mixed-Use and Retail/commercialVisual of all land bank properties The area I will focus in.A break down of cost to purchase all Land Bank properties on each street. 

I am more inclined to buy new kitchen appliances because of #4, but would not have an issue using nice looking used kitchen appliances.

Hi Greg,I have used Appfolio since 2009 and have about 1000 units on there plus Appfolio Plus.

I’m willing to put in the time and effort to learn and grow in this industry, but I could really use some guidance on where to start.

So choose wisely and good luck I like the passive nature myself of boat and RV storage.