This could help generate additional income and attract a broader range of tenants.3.Partner with a nonprofit organization: Some nonprofit organizations specialize in affordable housing development and may be interested in partnering with you on this project.

I would also recommend asking for reimbursement for lost income and sending documentation that substantiates the actual amount of rents you are out while this matter is being resolved. 

They put the gross value of the property on that firm with no mention of the mortgage

check with your insurance agent if your insurance covers rental income during repairs.

Leave your W2 or just get some side income/diversify your investing portfolio?

Well, just the potential appreciation that could be seen with the 20,000 new jobs Intel is predicted to bring in with an average salary of $135,000 a year (currently over 2x the median house hold income in Licking County) - https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2022/01/24/mega-intel-c... 

What kind of rental income can you expect over the course of the year?  

With the potential rental income versus your mortgage and expenses, breaking even or making $200 a month doesn't leave much room for unexpected costs or vacancies.

I would need to use some creative financing since DSCR loan would be tough since no income from the property because there is no tenant yet.So, that’s where I am.

Vs rentals/ STRs can create passive income that will produce multiple streams of income.One thing that I would recommend doing until that boot camp is get out there and network.