Some of the main reasons are that operating expenses, acquisition costs, and capital expenditures take a substantial amount of any would-be profits.

Because the condition of the building has deteriorated requiring substantial renovation she decided to stop renting it out after the last tenant moved 2-3 years ago.

You mentioned having $230,000 in savings, which is a substantial down payment.

To answer #1, a track record with historical results you can show, a pitch deck that has a business plan with it, the sponsor putting in substantial equity...

Account Closed I would approach the tenants on either side of the vacancy and offer them the space at a substantial discount on a term matching the balance of their current lease.

There could also be tax implications if the price is substantially under market value. 

Your lawyer should be able to go after the home inspector and previous owners if they hid a substantial material defect.  

While I have made the property substantially better, and in turn am collecting good rent, I am limited in what I can do going forward with respect to ROI, and there are always expenses that can be made/issues that come up.

Do anything more 'creative,' like 100% leverage, and you'll be substantially negative.

This is a Maryland Historical Property, zoned for residential high density, with specific limitations on its usage due to its zoning.The property is massive, offering 8,276 square ft of space, including 5,445 square ft of finished area, and it features a substantial driveway.