Based on my 5min searching on apartments.com in Lynhurst, I noticed more than half of the SFH listed had AC so I would definitely pull the trigger. 

Instead of mailing, you research the owners name and do a Google search. 

Zack, thank you for your advice, I will stay away from the aforementioned places and start my search for my LO with my best interest in mind.

@Filip Vaco the TransUnion SmartMove screening is the one BP recommends as you can go to the Tools section for the link.  

One of our lenders hooked me up to it and I've liked what I've seen so far, but I'm not sure if it's worth putting all of my contacts and using it as my full resource tool yet.

This is one of the most utilized tools of seasoned buyers. 4) No, you wont pay taxes on the HELOC.

Its under the tools tab. 

I'd definitely recommend doing a search as there is so much information already on the boards about self-directed IRAs and better yet (if eligible), Solo 401ks. 

Think how much you know about remodeling so far, whether you have tools, a truck, and how deep you can go (anyone can paint or clean but sheetrock, trims, windows, sewer line... electrical and plumbing often require permit).

I stumbled upon BiggerPockets through google searches and eventually started listening to the podcast episode #01 with Marty Boardman.