great points Joe.. i think Frank is just a little late to understanding how big and how much business is done in the turn key space.. that model is market makers if it was not for turnkey throughout the US those markets would never have rebounded as they have.. you bring in out of area investors many times with cash and they have the financial ability to carry these properties.. if they were all great deals there in the mid west or rust belt then it would be like the west coast were we dont really import buyers at all..

I am in a very bad financial situation. 

In my opinion, the Founder’s Letter written by Jonathan expressed values of: (1) Open Communication, (2) Actively Engaged Management, (3) Care for Each ClientAlthough RDU was stellar in getting me off the ground in my first real estate venture, about halfway into our relationship, I noticed that action on core values expressed in the Founder’s Letter began to wane.Most recent, after Hurricane Florence, I received a text message from Jonathan saying, “Your properties faired well during the storm”.

What is my best course of action?

In the long run I assume that would put us ahead financially given we wouldn't be paying as much in interest over the course of the loan. 

It is both earning money and saving at the same time but having other peope contribute to you own financial succress. 

New home owners see these as an option if they don't mind a little updating at some point. 3> Homes in physical or financial distressed.

My current financial situation only allows me to deal with lower income properties.

No, I don't have any financial interest in Victor Pest and I don't sell Rat Zappers... glad you brought this up, its time for new batteries.... good luck

My situation: $135k HELOC, ~$5k in cash, and good credit score with steady primary income as a Financial Analyst(meaning I should probably know this answer haha).