Quote from @Shane Haas: Looking at purchasing a foreclosure cash (with help from parents), and then financing the home shortly after renovations are made. 3 questions: Are their issues with them giving me funds to assist with purchase?  

On the rental property side we will go through another round of capex improvements, mostly driveways and roofs.

I guess don't be in that situation if you buy a mobile home?

The goal of the first 3 deals will be to target 1-4unit styled homes, requiring minor-rehab.

I could add this4) Maximize agency financing to improve overall returns safely

It’s worth reaching out to your lender to discuss the specifics and get a quote based on your improved property value.

We help our clients:1) Find a fixer-upper to buy2) We get bids3) Negotiate a Scope Of Work with the owner using "Maintain to the Neighborhood" to avoid over-improving, but understanding we will have to pass city Rental Inspection to avoid being a slumlord.4) Provide multiple jobsite videos to show progress and document WHAT was done and the QUALITY.5) Handle passing city Rental Inspection6) Find a tenant with a Replacement Guarantee per Class7) Assist with refinance, so client can repeatSo, why you looking OOS again?

I purchased a Home in SC as a second home and the taxes are through the roof.  

While it's positive after expenses and has potential for improvement in year two, it’s been a bigger hassle than anticipated and taking attention from other priorities and areas of our life with not enough return. 

Certain amenities can drive bookings (e.g. having a hot tub) but don't necessarily improve guest satisfaction.