I had to pay contractors he stiffed in order to remove liens and refinance the property. 

Huge junk removal needed.

The biggest mistake new investors make is to walk a property, maybe explain in general terms what they want and then let the contractor come up with the SoW.For a bedroom this could be:- replace carpet- repair closet dooror- remove carpet- remove curtains, nails and screws- replace closet doors, entry door SKU#- replace window SKU#- refinish hardwood floors 144 sqft, clear/oil-based- prep and paint all woodwork- patch walls, texture, paint walls eggshell white clay, ceiling flat white- replace light fixture SKU#, replace lightswitch w decora/white, replace 3 outlets&covers- install blinds SKU#Obviously, the cost would be quite different.

The difference is just UW fees, better than paying a 20% increase at payoff to remove properties. 

I tried giving someone a referral code once, and my post was removed because I’m not a “Pro” member, so not allowed to receive any compensation here. 

Some of your quotes from this thread will be used as supporting material in the production.As some of you may have guessed, a lot of information about her has been removed since her case came to light so it's sort of difficult to piece this story togetherIf anyone has any information they'd like to share that would help paint a clearer picture of her actions and the damage she's caused, please reach out to me.

Once you're all moved out & settled in your new primary, you could always explore DSCR rental loan options to take capital out of the rental property if seen fit-- which would also remove the current loan from self encumbrance & free up your DTI.It's never a bad idea to hold onto assets in an appreciating market!

I will need to remove the carpet and replace it with something durable and cost effective. 

There are plenty of people that for $100 will use their medical license and type up a letter that their patient needs an ESA.Also, if the ESA exhibits any aggressive behavior it can be removed from the property IMMEDIATELY. 

Here is an excerpt:Important: Compensation offers have been removed from the MLS.