Make sure the Flat Fee Company is NOT a referral service, that the broker is reachable and licensed ... check reviews and license numbers (licenses should be listed on the home site), they should allow at least 25 pictures, no charge for changes, and a good customer service.

I've seen post online that say that Section 8 will help you with the cost to remodel a home if you then place it on the Section 8 program.

I am currently interning this summer with a big home builder you may have heard of (PulteGroup) where i am working directly with construction managers.

Hi BiggerPockets community,I have spent some time and been successful in the residential market (flipping homes) and wanting to diversify my real estate investment portfolio by venturing into rental apartments. 

These homes are close to being taken by the county for back taxes.

I think the new lodging will be great but the newest builds are very very expensive and I suspect will be purchased more for second homes than pure investments.

Trying to find without calling first but will probably call county office to confirm but does anyone know what are the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector requirements for a home built in the late 70s in all island of Hawaii.

If anyone has any advice, tips, success stories or any guidance would be truly appreciated.

lol My lending partner is working on a second home for an investor in the area, he might have an investor friendly agent referral for you and a local PM that can help with projections.

After the 12 months payments above you qualify for the exception so you're back to regular/normal LTV's which depends on your occupancy  - second home/primary/investment - it all varies.