Worst contractor experience I've ever had.I then hired a second remediator.

@Stephen FlemingFrom my experience working with over 400 investors, your strategy of leveraging a low mortgage rate, tapping into home equity, and diversifying with a short-term rental (STR) in Northern Michigan is well thought out.

Thanks, Tiffany Palaskas  In my experience, one of my biggest regrets were selling a great cash flowing property in a college community.

While most of his experience is with new construction rather than remodels, he’s already given me a few pointers and is looking into potential referrals for me.

That's probably what I'd do first unless you just have no experience doing these deals at all. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Many are focusing on placing long-term residents in properties to pay down the mortgage while leveraging a professional team for hands-free management.

With flip loans, experience is key.

Does anyone have any referrals for property managers in the Los Angeles area who specialize/ have experience in mid term rentals? 

Most cost segregation firms will provide a free cost/benefit analysis quote to help you determine if the tax benefits from the study will outweigh the costs.