I already have an idea of several ways I want to approach this deal but I would like to hear some of the seasoned investors ideas so I can better formulate my plan to acquire and hold.

I will definitely have to find someone much more experienced when it comes time to file this year as it looks like the CPA I used had no idea when it came to all of this.

With all said, anyone has any ideas how I can fiance my next project? 

I never got financials that I trust, so I have no idea what their expenses were.  

Any ideas?

. :-) I'm guessing not a good idea, but has anyone else ever had this?

(this last tip is for the sell or rent side).What is my distilled best ideas for highest stress in Aug 2016 (this changes over time which is why Guru advice often doesn't work) is:- late on taxes.  

Any ideas on what kind of deal I would be able to structure with this?

Looking for ideas on getting someone there to talk to, Thanks

It's not a bad idea to flip a house that you don't live in, while you continue to rent.Another option would be to use "house hacking" - buy the house with a standard or FHA mortgage, live there while you make improvements, and sell ASAP after completion.