I'll take a fresh college grad over someone with mortgage experience. 

I have read most of Brandon's books, Rich Dad Poor Dad & i have to say i have been truly inspired, attended a lot of the free webinars & have been listening to a few podcasts a week to stay fresh.

Depending on your budget - Fresh coat of paint on door, new stain on porch, mulch, maybe a small tree or landscaping rock on right side, entry lights.

Also, to REALLY reveal my novice stature, it seems the BRRRR method employs using ones own cash out the gate, not a loan, correct?

Seller is requesting a new roof after inspection revealing roof to be super old / shot.

They probably couldn't afford to double their expense, they'll resent you, and they'll probably continue treating the property as if it were only half the value.Get them out and start fresh.

@Sean KuhnI like fixed rate 15 or 30 year amort.While you plan on paying off the mortgages within the 5 years, things happen and 5 years is a long time to predict the future, but a very short time when there is a balloon hanging over your head.While nobody likes all the Fannie regs, the lower fixed rates are worth going after.There was a post at the National Real Estate Post, just today about how people would rather spend a night in jail, or gain 10 pounds than go through the mortgage process.http://thenationalrealestatepost.com/hilarious-mortgage-survey-is-very-revealing/?

Cleaned up the landscaping, fresh paint inside, new front door, new garage doors, replaced water heaters, replaced roof (insurance claim), installed french drain to keep water out of the basement, fixed minor electrical issues (The two units shared some circuits) What was the outcome?

Some inspectors want it freshly painted inside, others not. 

I am here for a fresh start in my financial life so if theres anyone out there who could help, I would greatly appreciate it!