The construction seems slow and could last up to a year.Here are my questions:1.How can I cover or conceal the metal screens to improve the appearance?

And you need to keep detailed records of all repairs and improvements.

It wasn’t how I wanted to kick things off, but I worked with a contractor to get the bathroom fixed and functional.Once that was behind me, I focused on improving the building and maximizing income:I installed a shared washer and dryer for the tenants, a major upgrade that added convenience and increased the property’s value.I rented out the two garage parking spaces, bringing in consistent revenue.I also raised rents for the second- and third-floor tenants I inherited to be just below market-rate.

Interest rates atm seem quite high so will ride this out a bit longer (and ratios will continue to improve over time.) 

Plan to make some tenant improvements to push rents closer to market rate for the area.

This type of loan can be a great short-term solution to help you acquire and improve the property before refinancing into a long-term loan or selling it for profit.

You could do the upgrades then rent out the units or sell after you made the improvements.

Pick one that is improving, homes being renovated and flipped, vacant storefronts being turned into cool coffee shops etc.Good luck.

I would purchase a duplex (or even better, purchase a SFH with as many bedrooms as you can afford and rent by the room), and then slowly improve the property. 

.- After closing, you can do some of the work yourself to save money, but the program doesn't allow you to pay yourself.You will want to buy a Class B property, maybe Class C+, in an area that seems to be improving.