Finally, a HELOC can be withdrawn at a moments notice by your bank. 

I can't really see what I can learn by visiting the market that I can't learn from an agent - hence this post.

Do NOT rush in to buy something, but if you can find something 15-20% below market, then by all means snap it up.You should also start networking with PMCs as you will need one when you move and convert to rental and they may bring you a deal.

I'm trying to do BRRRR on this unit by renovating the whole bathroom, kitchen and etc.. but not sure how much it would appreciate as it's a basement unit but it has 5 bed 2 bath...

If you don't answer one of those questions "yes," you'll lose money by getting a license and trying to manage your own transactions. 

Doing so places all involved parties at risk, and I fear will attract the attention of legislators thanks to those who do things carelessly.Instead, stay in the deal by closing on the purchase and selling with a wrap.

Hey Tyler,As you know, cash flow is dwarfed by appreciation in Bend.

I'm a flight test engineer by day, currently stationed at Eglin Air Force Base, FL (just across the bay from Destin). 

Hello fellow investors,I recently listed my property on Zillow as FOR SALE BY OWNER.

As many others have mentioned, it does seem very likely that an adequate walk-through/turn was done by the PM company as well as it may be possible that they also have a poor contractor that is not fully resolving issues like leaks the first time around.