It turns out the machine was allowing free washes, and with a replacement part should be back up and running. 

I'm interested in learning about rental property investment, looking to build a rental portfolio, exploring real estate investing to replace my income.

A replacement has not yet been identified.

However, the HOA then said "we are still fully opposed to the door".I am working with our RE attorney, but I was wondering if anyone had any tips or experience in this situation. 

We hope that you can remedy the situation so that we can move into a habitable home.Suggestions that we have to fix the issues:Hire a company to rip up the carpets, treat the subfloors, and replace the carpets, at least on the main level and on the stairs.Provide an air purifier as a start to remedying the smell.Replace the garbage disposal.Hire a plumber to fix the draining issue in the bathroom sink of the smaller bedroom.Fix the tiles in the upstairs bathroom so they no longer present a safety hazard.Replace or fix the screen doors.Fix the gap between the windows and the walls in the living room.Hire a professional company to treat the entire home for pests.

All advice and tips are appecriated, thank you

You must have the intent to hold the relinquished property and the replacement property for rental, investment or business use. 

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Are there strategies, financing tips, or resources you’d recommend for someone in my position?