One way or another, however, the investors must work to pay down loans, increase rents and decrease expenses wherever possible.

Advice from both may be needed but, a CPA first to see the tax liabilities.Do keep in mind that a $10,000 investment in Apple in the 1980's would be worth about $15M today.https://www.fool.com/investing/2022/10/12/invested-10000-in-...

I don't think the article factors in the overall cost of living increase.

How do you increase the loan amount from 320k to 382k? 

You can argue that the property is worth less than the back taxes.There are properties that no one wants to bid on at the tax lien sale.  

Is it worth the $9K?

As the world becomes increasingly digital and environmentally conscious, these factors are becoming critical in shaping the future of real estate investments, property management, and construction projects.

It is out in the country so it’s surrounded by farm land so idk if a storage facility is worth it.

Given the decreased inventory, what is your plan to maintain or increase your growth?

A good one is worth the money!