This happens frequently in these basement in-law unit situations.

These same owners get mad when we do not start the project at risk and get mad at us instead of themselves.For internal teams, it would be that there is always so much stuff going on and frequently no person is able to be made accountable for the work that is or is not completed.  

We own our primary residency in Spokane, Washington and frequently drive to Portland, Oregon to work on our rental property that has needed a lot of work. 

It also can get challenging to set a price now to possibly buy in the future that the owner and you will feel is fair (with markets still appreciating at a healthy pace).You can also keep your eyes open for a seller willing and able to do a land contract with you (but there usually would want much more money down and likely want a full pay off in a few years, but can see what you can negotiate on terms).I agree nothing illegal about options/option fees in WI to my knowledge, but generally seem much less frequently used in single residential transactions than commercial transactions where due diligence and closing timelines may be very drawn out.

I also frequently visit your 123flip site.

Central and emerging Neighbourhoods: House hacking prospects are frequently found in central and emerging neighbourhoods.

Evolve is a frequent topic on the forums. 

Keep the properties in your name because you will be refinancing frequently. 

They may boost the value of the property and make more money when they sell or rent it by taking on the job themselves or by picking up new skills.Constant Learning and Adaptation: Investors frequently improve their ability to see opportunities and overcome obstacles as they acquire expertise and expand their portfolio.

Keeping communication as frequent as possible with them and simply following up consistently could get things back on track here.