So I went to the Clarke county office here in Las Vegas and to my surprise they didn't have any of the list there or filed to obtain what I have seen so many of my favorite YouTube Gurus say that I need( probate, absentee/ vacant properties, or tax delinquency).

Most people on this website like leverage/borrowing so they would answer to borrow the money for repairs/improvements?

I am interested in the BRRR Strategy, long term holding for cashflow, house hacking my first deal, and developing quality relationships with good people who will help me improve as a human being. 

You could get it for as little 3.5% down with FHA financing, and with a fourplex you could probably cover all the expenses of the home and live there for free.That way, instead of paying $1,000 to $2,000 per month in rent or even towards a mortgage, your mortgage is paid for you (by the other tenants) and you can save that money to pay down debt, invest in the next property, make improvements to the home and increase the value and rent, etc.That could get you in the real estate investing game AND cover your living expenses, despite California's higher prices.

VA allows you to do this with no money down (leaving those dollars for marketable improvements if you like, or another investment) at a great rate. 

When owners improve rentals they try and push rents up.

Good evening , I am new to investing and my goal is to take control of my own finances and improve my financial health.

We can improve your position by increasing cash flow, more tax shelter, risk is sread out, no bank fees, doesn't show on credit, and you used ALL your equity. 

I'm going to have to pull the radio ads and get the YouTube promos down.

If you decide to hang your hat on the renovations as the reason for the rent increase- understand that most rent stabilized cities don't recognize normal capital improvements as justifications- and they will also want to open your booksIs the building in Trenton?