Hi Mark, do you have any specific questions for the forum to answer? 

Specifically, the paint in the tub is flaking off and going down the drain.  

Any specific metrics or criteria that have consistently led to successful deals for you?

(Any specific questions I should ask? 

I would suggest getting with a tax professional to assist you since there's a lot of variability depending on your specific situation not only on a federal level, but with state reporting as well.

These strategies can help structure deals with minimal upfront capital.Before diving into any strategy, thoroughly research and educate yourself on the specific approach you choose.

What you could do is open up a new LLC for the refi where you and your JV partner (or your LLC & the JV partners LLC) have specific ownership percentages in the NEW entity. 

There are so many dynamics like specific location, size, square footage, type of home, ARV, utility hooks and a dozen other things.  

Some of the upgrades you mentioned (specifically the smart tech stuff) only help for new home buyers (window shoppers).

In this case, it ultimately depends on the specific policies of the apartment complex or landlord.Some landlords may consider the overall average credit score of both applicants, while others may require each individual applicant to meet the minimum credit score requirement on their own.