When deciding, obviously check online reviews and also understand the difference between custodial solo 401k and checkbook solo 401k. 

He says he'll be living in the house alone, but his kid may join him at some point during the lease (he's trying to regain custody). 

So, given that you are a general contractor and master electrician, the obvious strategies that come to mind involve physical rehabs of a property.

The physical effort to rezone is not difficult, but it is often reliant on what the City ultimately wants in this area. 

Absolutely love the idea of physically searching, I'm going to try that next!

Instead of looking for a physically distressed house, try looking for more of a distressed seller. 

I have no specific properties in mind as of now, but wanted to reach out to all of you and see what factors I should be looking for/at once I am physically there.

The issue with hoarders is damage to the property- hoarding can lead to pest issue, moisture issues and other issue that physically damage the property over time and can lead to big $$ repairs. 

Box 1303     Charlotte, NC 28201-1303     USAIt looks like I have to mail a physical check to IRS?

@Devan WilsonThe nearest local lender to Oklahoma City with a physical office that has done a 203k in the past year is based out of Lawton, OK.This means that you will most likely be relying on larger national lenders for your 203k loan.