I had a client exit his real estate business and leave suspended losses behind.  

This property is close to the down town, near a bus line, and fit the business model.

The short version is that they can only do so much work before March 15 (businesses) and April 15th for personal returns.  

Hindsight I definitely could have finished this project in weeks not months if I didn't hold on to the idea both contractors were going to come through.

I browsed for trustee sale in North Carolina but nothing coming up, except the the listings on Xome.com for online bidding I am not in the business of buying foreclosures so I am not sure which trustees post it on their site or if its best to search the areas newspaper for public notices.

Additionally, try collaborating with local businesses like spas, wellness practitioners, yoga, wineries/taprooms, etc... and try some messaging with them around wanting to promote them in your blog and on your property.

Any ideas? 

Assuming it's Section 8 approved, why would it not be a good idea to slap a Section 8 tenant in there and collect positive cash flow?

Learning the basics of electrical , plumbing , AC , painting etc will help you in this line of business which also save you a lot when you acquire your first home.This is how I got started , maintaining the rentals of my uncle  when I was your age. 

Getting your buyers lined up is a good idea.