You could have as well restructured deal and provided deal improvement instead of trying to milk 5-6+% commissions on the new deal from invetors.

You'll improve over time, but this basic formula remains.1.

Quote from @Lorraine Hadden: What are some strategies you have used to improve or rebuild credit? 

I can make improvements that increase the value.

•Target a property in the $800K–$1M range to maximize leverage while keeping costs manageable.2.Open a Second LLC:•Create a new LLC for this property acquisition to separate liabilities and maintain a clean structure.3.Assign Funds & Organize Finances:•Allocate funds to property improvements, marketing for new deals, and reserves for emergencies.

Larger properties spread your risk.Be Ready for Some Sweat Equity: Many first-time house hackers underestimate this part, but putting in a little elbow grease can drastically improve your returns.

Mello Roos are bonds that are floated to do off and on site development and then added to the tax bill. there is also 1915 act bonds etc.. if there was not the ability to float bonds CA would never have developed as it has as the up front captial for major improvements would have been a major stumbling block..

I improved the structure What was the outcome?

We do some cosmetic improvements to bring homes to our standard, typically carpet and paint, upgrade lighting etc.

You can reevaluate selling in a few years when interest rates improve and more buyers get into the market