Major difference in those two options.

Theres alot of negative feed back online about Bigger Pockets platform.

They are a major drain on time and resources. 

If you spend every dime just to get the deal, the entire thing could fall apart when you get hit with a major expense.

Seems simple enough to do online these days, but having an attorney help you on the first one makes a lot of sense.

I found some documents online for assigning landlord interest in a lease that I think will work.Really appreciate the help!

Not sure how difficult it is to get hml for a major distressed property, with rehab cost more than purchase.

I realize these answers could easily be found online, but I'd like to hear from you all too as I learn the process.

Usually, we only do the majority of the upgrades at the end of the two years. 

The majority's opinion is that leverage is what allows you to grow your portfolio and equity, so get as much debt as possible, but of course watch the terms and cash flow.Once you choose your religion, assuming you choose leverage, you're looking for the funding.