But this is exactly what a good lender will do - recognize this issue, understand a viable pathway forward, and then fight for it internally and externally. 

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

There were some red flags during the acquisition process but their PM team has proven to be flat out mediocre. 

A solid W2 income can be a big advantage when it comes to securing investment property loans, so it's smart that you're recognizing that.

About four years ago, I transitioned all my long-term rentals to short-term and vacation rentals, and it has proven to be the best investment decision I've made.

She's consistently recognized as a top producer in the Charlotte area.If you’re going to be getting a mortgage, please be aware that you won’t be able to choose the appraiser, but as an appraiser yourself you are at a great advantage to estimate the value of the property post rehab.

Let the expert handle this and recognize it is the cost of doing business.  

As a newcomer, I recognize that finding deals, especially in the competitive Texas market, can be challenging, as noted in the forums.

Not to knock schooling, I have an advanced degree myself, but I recognize that no one would work for me that I would want running my show.There is a lot showing in your frustration, I feel for you, but it's a challenging time in the industry and without experience and the advantage of having been through a few down cycles, you may just need to read about the down side of real estate to get to the next level.

., other borrowers in your market, contacts for tried and proven contractors, etc).Of all things to do, you should not hide and ignore phone calls.And last but not least, if none of that works, list the property in hopes to recoup your losses and let another investor take over and get out of the project and take the lessons you learned and apply them to the next one.