My number 1 tip would be to go off market and find owner that wants to sell at a discount / prefers speed and convenience. 

After I took over, I initially provided those 20% discounts for the first several bookings on each platform.

Best thing is to call the housing authority that manages the voucher program in your city/county.Thank you, I know it’s such a hassle to get a straight answer from them! 

If get somebody inexperienced at a discount, you are taking a chance. 

Go straight into focusing on creative finance, subject to, and minimal cash down deals and build from there.I want to hear your thoughts on what direction to take here if you were in my shoes given these constraints (full time job and a few thousand saved) and you want to optimize for passive income first, then value appreciation?

Of course you can get discounts for having certain items FULLY updated, like plumbing.  

According to what I have read straight from the IRS website and other places, we need to either meet 500 hours, or at least 100 hours and also work more than anyone else on the property.

However, if you're tackling rental properties, it's best advised just to connect and work with a reliable and resourceful contractor who will shoot you straight. 

Better potential for current cashflow and you can definitely find discounts to “market top” pricing as you look South from Tampa. 

It’s creating incredible opportunities for investors to step in, often at steep discounts.2️⃣ Off-Market Deals Are KingMost of the industrial deals I find never hit the open market.