Do you have someone in mind that could assist us? 

I've heard of some people buying lists from listsource and then getting a virtual assistant to search places like whitepages online for phone numbers.  

If the building has vacant units when we submit an offer, we typically request the Vendor allow us to "assist" with filling it (that way we screen any candidates).We review the Vendors application process and screening practices and often will request to re-screen the tenants - we normally solicit consent while pursuing tenant estoppel certificates.  

I want to start a assisted living business with a 4 bedroom home and a business helps organize your thoughts, data, and it also drives you to your end goal. 

All assistance is welcomed.

I was, however, very worried about the local Housing Authority policies regarding implementation of the HAP (Housing Assistance Payment) Contract.

@Brie Schmidt discusses how budgeting could assist you with your $10k effort.Consider reviewing craigslist for your area as a resource to confirm available area rents, as does @Michele Bruce per her podcast.We don't give away fee to PMs for tenant sourcing or screening.You'll need a relationship with your tenant and it should begin before you agree to have them rent your place.Landlord work early in an investing career tends not to be an arms length effort.Be wary of trying to make it so for any stage.Yours is likely not really a question as to what to do with the equity you have in the home but more as to whether you want to be a landlord and whether your market is tenant rich.Good luck.

My main interest is in multi-family rental properties, but just spending a few days on BP I am know considering looking into buying rehabs to hold and maybe flip.Thanks for taking the time to read thru my intro, if you have gotten this far that is, and please never hesitate to reach out if you think I can be of assistance.

Tell them something silly like your assistant messed up the rental comps and gave you the wrong information.

Any assistance that you could provide would be fantastic.