None of that precludes you from exercising other strategies, such as Wholesaling, Flipping, etc. 

Bottom line is be who you say you are and don't change your role partway  through the conversation or bait and switch.That's where people get in trouble.

I am fairly young and aggressive in my investing so that in 4 years I can be doing this full time and 5 years after that, step back into a passive role with full time managers (starting with my 10 year old son!).

Does the vehicle you drive and your personal appearance play a significant role in your deals?

What will each of your roles & responsibilities be? 

You could lease option the house as is, accept all future repair costs, agreeing to make the $1,100 monthly payment with the strike price set  equal to the loan balance at the time you exercise the option.  

The HOA's role is to represent all of the homeowners to maintain property values by keeping a safe, attractive neighborhood without eyesores.

The age of the roof and mechanicals play a large role in our offers, either by making them lower or no offer at all.  

You could be involved in one large transaction, perhaps a minor role with a major player, that catapults your business, did that major player allow you to play since you are in the business and have holdings with experience?

Have your end buyer pay you 50% option fee, they will then exercise the option on day 91 and you can transfer title and get the rest of the cash at that time.