When you have things that you do not know how bad they are until you open up pandora's box, it is hard to perfectly predict the cost.I'd be happy to have a more in-depth conversation if interested. 

Owning an asset is never a bad idea, especially if it's income producing.I would speak to a CPA about using cash from a WLI policy. 

Right now, your fighting saying this square peg won't fit into the round hole. 

New Jersey is not a horrible state for investing it is more so certain towns and cities that give NJ a very bad name. 

Yes - and even when its out there its typically impossible to qualify (need high rate and high DSCR and typically would have to qualify as a LTR - so almost a unicorn or in a really bad market)

Any house here that's sub $100k, on or off market, is going to be so bad it will need $30-75k in rehab.

Investors who are active in gathering data on local trends while working with knowledgeable agents are able to pick neighbourhoods poised for growth and also comprehend how to best mitigate their risks as they prepare to maximize their return.Myth 3: Distressed Properties Are in Bad LocationsAnother misconception is that distressed properties only exist in bad neighborhoods.

One way we fight this is with photo verification pre-lease signing and not approving renters who don't view the place in person, our credit underwriting software also flags apps that have a high likelihood of fraud.

She's not in great health herself, but seems like she can still carry on a few more years if nothing bad happens.

MD is bad compared to Ohio where piercing the corporate veil is a myth - applicable only where the owner (even 100%) has committed a crime or fraud.