Owner builder or building with a Contractor are questions I need answered plus any info I can get to improve my changes of getting a competitive loan. 

We are looking for ways to improve and do better next time.

We are looking for ways to improve and do better next time.

In some instances where a property is under-performing, we get a quote based on "as is" condition and then one based on making certain capital improvements within the first year to allow for pro-forma projections.

If you do not want to do this, you can purchase a property, or a portion of a property, that the fund has already selected.You must spend money to improve the property. ( I think it is a percentage of the gain you had)  You must hold the property for 10 years.Then, winner winner Chicken Dinner. 

If you told him you have been playing pickup games for the past year and need help improving your jump shot, now he has evidence you're motivated and a specific goal he can quickly help you work towards.

If you could do some improvements yourself and hire a subcontractor to do the difficult repairs you can save a lot of money. 

However, there are other strategies you can consider to optimize your tax situation:Maximize Deductions: Ensure you're fully utilizing all deductible expenses related to your rentals, such as maintenance, repairs, property management fees, and travel expenses to the properties.Depreciation: Make sure you're taking full advantage of depreciation on the properties, which can significantly reduce taxable income.Cost Segregation Study: For larger properties, a cost segregation study can accelerate depreciation on certain parts of the property, offering more upfront tax savings.1031 Exchange: If you're considering selling any properties, a 1031 exchange allows you to defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting the proceeds into another rental property.Energy-Efficient Improvements: Tax credits may be available for making energy-efficient improvements to your properties.Rod

If you told him you have been playing pickup games for the past year and need help improving your jump shot, now he has evidence you're motivated and a specific goal he can quickly help you work towards.

With all of the improvements you have done, is your asset located near hospitals or professional services wherein you could do an MTR?