But what is really important is that you understand the terms of the loan, including the length of time and when you can expect to get the money back, how it is secured, and the process of getting it back if things don't go as planned with the investment.

As mentioned above contact a tax planning specialist.  

Just keep in mind the process can take a little longer since you’d need to work with contractors and follow FHA’s requirements.4.Your End Game: Whether you’re planning to stay long-term, rent it out, or sell once the work is done, it’s important to have your exit strategy mapped out.

It's definitely one of those issues that is very specific, and would need to be worked out with Planning.

If the house has a septic system, especially if it's an older one, it's worth the investment to have a septic inspection done.This concern is particularly relevant for those planning to buy and hold the property rather than simply fix and sell it.

Quote from @David Epstein: I everyone, I know this is an older thread, but I'm also now getting into properties in the Albany area and am in need of a CPA with real estate tax knowledge for advance planning.

You could also get a line of credit for about $150k (you should be able to borrow 75% of the value.)The reason I suggest this is…1) you save $40-$60k in selling costs. 2) you have a lower blended interest rate (2/3rds at 3.25% and 1/3rd at 7 or 8% instead of the whole $500k at 7 or 8%) saving you another $1k/mo in interest. 3) you only pay interest on that $150k when you actually use it, not from day 1  Unless you hate this property, or want to buy something you can’t afford without selling, that would be my plan.

Would you help is wedding coordinating/planning or just rent the space out?

I know I can get an insurance plan, but is it worth the headache?

She informed me that she & her sisters plan to take care of the rent so he still has the home when he gets out of the hospital.