The bank had a problem with my holding LLC and after speaking with the law firm who created the LLC they were still confused. 

The biggest mistake new investors make is to walk a property, maybe explain in general terms what they want and then let the contractor come up with the SoW.For a bedroom this could be:- replace carpet- repair closet dooror- remove carpet- remove curtains, nails and screws- replace closet doors, entry door SKU#- replace window SKU#- refinish hardwood floors 144 sqft, clear/oil-based- prep and paint all woodwork- patch walls, texture, paint walls eggshell white clay, ceiling flat white- replace light fixture SKU#, replace lightswitch w decora/white, replace 3 outlets&covers- install blinds SKU#Obviously, the cost would be quite different.

Once you're all moved out & settled in your new primary, you could always explore DSCR rental loan options to take capital out of the rental property if seen fit-- which would also remove the current loan from self encumbrance & free up your DTI.It's never a bad idea to hold onto assets in an appreciating market!

Advertising (photos and listings.) turn over costs, snow removal, and those kind of things.

I had to pay contractors he stiffed in order to remove liens and refinance the property. 

I get paid $250 per call on my knowledge right now from firms in New York and you should consider what you bring to the table 

Huge junk removal needed.

I'm David Turner from California, passionate about real estate investing since the 1990s.Outside of real estate, I'm a litigation partner in a law firm, and I enjoy commodities futures trading.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

So we raise em, train em and condition em, in a complete fantasy realm where all you have to do is want, nobody ever "fails", anything that hurts feelings is swiftly removed from existence and all of life is padded corners and warm-fuzzies..... 

A lot of PM firms keep contracting work in-house and do not allow outside help from owner's because of timelines, relationships, and of course potential liability.