I opted to not go with Avantstay because I did not feel that they had much for protection for the owner if things should not go as smoothly.

Feel free to ask any questions here in the forums and I'm sure some of the amazing hosts in here will be able to help at anytime. 

Please feel free to poke holes at this , would appreciate it. 

A good designer and architect are key for a successful project like this and keep in mind these aren't cheap.There's a lot more details to consider, feel free to DM me for more details.

I'd been working and saving for many years, however, did not feel it was enough.

It's how it feels, to the public.]

Design happens to be one of my passions, and I’d love to help you brainstorm ideas or suggest some cost-effective design solutions that could work for your project.If you’d like, feel free to share some details about the style you’re aiming for or any preferences you have.

We’d like to continue with this project remotely, but the idea of managing contractors and overseeing a renovation from afar feels a bit daunting.Have any of you undertaken a similar project?

The number you feel would be enough to retire on will keep moving.

If you feel confident in the tenants signing those long term leases, this is a slam dunk and you'll have a cash cow on your hands very quickly!