Based on how I am reading your summary it sounds like there is solid equity in the 2-family in order for a bank to cross-collaterize assets. 

That's just the tip of the iceberg.

But thanks for the tip.

Here are some tips to keep your projects moving smoothly and scale up:Managing ContractorsControl Payments: Break the rehab into phases and pay contractors as they complete each phase.

I’d love to hear your thoughts, tips, or even warnings.

This does not involve the utility company meaning that you will still have to go into the property, read the meters, then individually bill each tenant for their usage and understand the bill is still in your name.

When doing a full due diligence on these companies, I found out that their trustpilot rating was 1 star and read several lawsuits filed against them, by multiple homeowners.

One of the first books Dave gave me to read was, Rich Dad Poor Dad.

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

Give The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods a read to see which neighborhoods fit your appetite for risk.