I would appreciate any input regarding these items:1) Missing blinds $50 ea2) Holes busted in doors $200 ea (there are 2 with holes . . . one of them already had one hole in it prior to tenant move-in but he has put additional holes in it)3) Carpet cleaning.

Sudden life changes, the purchase of a new home, a job relocation, and other life events can make renting your home an option.

I manage an HOA that does not allow pets, to include indoor pets like cats. 

You would have the best chance with a smaller bank where you can meet with the decision makers.

I believe that scaling it in the future and diversifying will be my main money maker.)3) Do I need a relationship with a mortgage broker to transfer from my ownership to the new home buyer that would make it a more fluid operation instead of waiting for financing to clear during the project. 4) Would it be best to have my investor pull a loan on it and then transfer that to the home buyer?

Well, I know that will change relatively soon and I look forward to the time where I can look back at this post and see my beginnings.I have outlined my goals in my member profile, but to recap:  Short term (0-3 years):I seek to purchase my first investment in two years (max) time, as I continue to educate myself and learn from those I meet, the BiggerPockets community, and firsthand experienceThrough experience and education, find my nicheBuild a team I can be proud ofContinue to learnMedium (4-7 years):In 4-6 years time, make real estate investing my top earner and #1 focusContinue to learnLong term (8+ years):Continue to expand operations through buy and hold strategiesCreate financial security for multiple generations of familyContinue to learnI understand that my goals may seem lofty, or possibly bloated; however, I believe in setting big goals in order to motivate myself.I look forward to learning, chatting, and growing with you all.Thanks for taking the time to read this!

Is there an unused space (perhaps a basement) to add storage lockers and/or indoor bike storage?

I would indicate that there is no indoor smoking.

Michael,Non performing notes are money makers, but you will have better luck dealing with a note broker then a bank, unless they know you, and you have millions of dollars.Joe Gore

Indoor or outdoor and up to 64 circuits.