If not, could risk constructive receipt issues. 

Plus, I feel like if something goes wrong, I’m out of pocket to fix issues because the property isn’t generating enough to cover even a new a/c. my thought on keeping it was to get my feet wet and make my mistakes on this thing.

If anyone has any suggestions, they would be greatly appreciated.If you find a good team in Columbus, Ohio this should not be an issue

He’s my first tenant so I have not dealt with this issue yet.

@John Morgan I had a really bad rehab that had the same issue and just rolled the dice and had the hardwood sanded/refinished and it worked like a charm.

FYI we've changed our approach entirely and have lower fee initial entry points to avoid the challenges of long term project based arrangements so we can catch issues much sooner.

There are some who believe all plumbing should be done by licensed plumbers and using unlicensed person for plumbing has risks that are unwarranted.The issue as I see it is useful life of faucet likely means replacement cost should have been prorated.  

Buying out of state is fine you will only have an issue if you go with a lender with overlays or requires landlord seasoning.They may question your ability to manage the property if you are out of state in terms of excessive mileage away.

The only issue is my job is 2 hours away from the triplex, by September I was looking to transfer and find another another job down where the triplex is   When I apply for my loan would i be able to apply as owner occupied?

I’m a handyman and I work with a few rental properties and do some projects that range to the small stuff like hanging doors, repair trim and drywall to new flooring installs, painting, appliance repair, yard work and repairing your usual leaky faucet..The issue I’m having currently is I have just gotten into contact a couple days ago about a flooring job.