However, I’m increasingly excited about starting a unique stays/glamping business.

wouldn't bring this one to a partner or anything just satisfying my own desire to get a foothold in a place i like to be.  

Paulette, it is good to call out these bad contractors and unfortunately you are caught in a bad situation on what to do, start by a small threat that you will contact the BBB and report a claim if he does not show some progress, or if you know an attorney, maybe a simple letter from one may get him worried and he may start showing up.

They are even working on getting me the evicted tenant's security deposit, the missing JANUARY rent since the place is still empty, and covering the cost of my own manager re-listing the property.

If you don’t care about maximizing loan amount then you could start whenever.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

@Paloma Wodehouse congratulations on starting your investment journey!

Not one lawsuit, the guests are respectful of the place and it's easy to repeat the formula in multiple real estate markets across the country.

We’re excited to start this journey and look forward to hearing from you.Best regards,Yael & Ido Doron

There's a lot for nuances to the strategy than what I typed out, but this should help you get started.