I would really like to create an option for those seeking a private alternative to hotels, but is this a can of worms?

-Probably have to look at a private money lender for the $25k repair cost...

Example:List Price $124,000ARV $200,000All-in Target $140,000 (70%) Refi Loan amountRehab Estimate $30,000Holding costs $6,000 (Includes PML interest only payment, insurance, utilities)Closing costs $7,000 (Acquisition and Refi closing)Purchase Price $97,000 (MAO) PML loan amountSo in this example you have a Private Loan amount of $97K. 

There is no such thing as privacy.I my case I keep my identity private to avoid the prying eyes of poverty pimps that are regularly monitoring forums looking for tenant rights violations.

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We do telephone interviews first, then show the unit and have face-to-face conversations, then provide rental applications to all who are interested.

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Conversely, it's very tough to get a HELOC on an investment property.

I have seen brand new habitat homes built in the hood that given the age would be A's but given the neighborhood are C or D..conversely we see 100 year old homes in need of repairs in gentrifying areas that are A all the way.. its a combination.Account Closed  well said.. although I am glad to say as a C student I think I ended up on the shinny side of the penny.

If I can figure out how to get private funding or alternative funding of some sort (price is too high for anyone to loan as a SFR), is it a good idea to buy it?