From there I accepted and negotiated to have the seller cover the cost of replacing the roof.

Most occupied property insurance policies will cover "vandalism and malicious mischief" but there are different forms of policies so you'll have to ask.

Your initial terms will vary based on your investment experience, but generally, you want to plan on needing 20% of the purchase price if you're a newer investor and the lender will cover 100% of the rehab.

There are also strategies we can cover that help you obtain more doors with less money out of pocket, so let me know and we are happy to help!

Quote from @Tom Server: I’m looking for advice on the best way to access about $100k to pay off my 401k loan, credit card debt, and cover some rehab costs.Here the information-  I purchased 2 properties last year, 1 is a rental property that i had for about 8 months, the balance of the mortage is 170k, worth around 300k .

But also, since you're covering several markets, you're not forced to have to buy at extreme prices for land or wait for availability. 

You're trying to pretend/make up/cover up/fake/etc - choose your favorite word.

If not, you must get a job to cover the difference.Lasts Throughout Your LifetimeYour rental income relies on your tenants maintaining stable employment at comparable wages.

Which most lenders frown upon you utilizing a HELOC to cover EMD, Closing, and Down Payment. 

It can still qualify if it's a fixer-upper, as long as the rental income from the property can cover the debt service.