If its a log cabin it might have trouble qualifying for the refi - would be smart to get some opinions early if that is your gameplan - would likely be a bigger potential hurdle than the gift/original purchase process

Talk to a qualified agent in the area and see what you can get for rent and how long it would take it to rent it out.

To restate, I wonder if it is feasible to pre-qualify prospects financially and criminally before touring.

To qualify for non-recourse commercial loans through Fanny and Freddy you have to have equal new worth to the loan amount and 10% liquidity. 

Hi Marcus,A Qualified Intermediary cannot provide tax or legal advice otherwise they may be considered an agent of the taxpayer.

Also Solo 401k is exempt from that tax if you qualify instead of using SDIRA.  

I'm new to Bigger Pockets - Does anyone have experience investing in Qualified Opportunity Zones? 

You will be dealing with low-demographic tenants that qualify for S8 for negative reasons.

My question would be becoming a qualified assisted living operator and the certifications / licensing per your state (For me Texas) to get your property up to code?

Most landlord businesses DO qualify as a "trade or business."