Do not spend another dime on this property until that question is answered.It could be something as simple as an outstanding fine for an overgrown lawn or as disastrous as environmental contamination leaching into a public water supply.  

Two loads to the dump got rid of the rest.This week we spend a few days shopping for the best deal on flooring, vanities, paint, lights, interior doors, appliances, and miscellaneous supplies for our contractor.  

., cleaning, supplies, maintenance, etc...., subscriptions:  cable, internet, other, insurance? 

My big 66k federal student loan pile is at 5.75%, while my 10k student loan pile is half a 9.5% interest loan, and a 14.5% interest loan...both variable.

Obviously there are a lot of variables such as property condition and other items, but curious how realistic it is to share leasing and maintenance personnel between properties.  

So sites like cozy or trans union or the like where the tenant supplies the information to the credit company directly is a soft credit report but provides the same information. 

Yes, there are a lot of variables but a contractor worth their salt can give a verbal.

As a first time investor, would it make more sense to purchase a few turn key, rent ready, cash flowing units, at a potentially higher purchase price or spend time researching for a deal to BRRR, with its many variables?

You can get supplies to convert it into a pool from Amazon for around $200.

STR rents are great as long as you can ensure a consistent supply of renters.