I was really excited to sign up as I think their first student when they started making their rounds in the fall of 2020.

I think it's a great idea to include these in the house rules so potential guests/midterm renters will be clear what is expected prior to their booking.

I don't think @Don Konipol was being sarcastic he just answered your post with basically the only answer there is. 

What I gave was the HUD definition.I do make mistakes, being somewhat human, suggest you check people out here before contradicting people with what you may think.

Specifically, eyeing entry-level markets with all in purchase + rehab between $80k to $170k.What markets do you think I could maximize the likelihood of recouping most, if not all, of my cash?

I think what is becoming more and more important is having a solid investment thesis and understanding of your target market and the value proposition you are offering to your customers through your properties. 

I think I'm pretty good with most aspects of rehabbing.

This is scenario that I think could go either way.

I think I have about 300 lead sources on my complete list.

Think of it this way - the 6.00% cap rate is your cost of equity.