Your best option would be to refinance your loan (if any) and get a construction loan for the improvements.

For a few thousand dollars in rent, it is worth the call.If you don't get satisfaction there, credit card companies are regulated via The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

I would like a payoff planner that helps me navigate the various maturity dates and interest rates of my (15 due in 5) mortgages so that I gain the best financial advantage when paying down principal balances. 

It’s interesting how you mention that offering flexibility as a lender has opened up opportunities for borrowers to pursue deals they might not have otherwise been able to.As a private money lender, I'm always looking for ways to improve my services and better support investors like yourself.

Letting Go for Your Bottom Line: A Lesson for Real Estate InvestorsHey BiggerPockets Community,If you’re a real estate investor, whether you own rental properties, flip houses, or manage syndications, there’s a critical lesson that could boost your bottom line: Letting Go.Many of us get into real estate because we want control over our financial future.

Prioritize your financial stability.

I do have a very specific and curated buy box, so I know what i'm looking for in terms of zoning, lot size, buildable/improvable sqft, location, etc.With that being said, do you still not recommend going through sheriff sales?

Most of us get paid a percentage of the rent so a reduction is not benefitting them financially.

I have heard vented units don't dry as effectively but haven't heard any complaints from my tenants and believe the technology continues to improve.

I look forward to learning everything there is to gaining financial freedom and becoming an investor.