House can be in need of repairs, but not drastic.

You can get on their list for buyers and see one pre-analyzed for you. 

You can rent the space to an entity that is looking for more space (passive, less scale) or you can run your own sober house like Devana does (way more management, way more scale).

I currently live in Toledo, where I’m working on a live-in flip with my duplex.Here’s what I bring to the table:Hands-on experience with construction and property maintenance.Knowledge and skills for value-add projects, especially on smaller properties.A passion for learning and growing my portfolio using strategies like buy-and-hold and BRRRR.I’m looking to connect with:Local investors in the Toledo area who can share insights or collaborate.Contractors, property managers, and other real estate professionals.Anyone interested in sharing ideas, advice, or potential partnerships.If you’re in or near Toledo and would like to connect, feel free to reach out!

Unfortunately no one is going to guarantee that they'll make you a loan; there are too many things that can pop up outside of the lender's control.

That's a fantastic quote to live by, especially in real estate where learning from others' experiences can save you a lot of time, money, and headaches.

Can you get approved?

You can go to the FTC and file a complaint.

Not much you can do. 

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.