Like business credit for startups, personal loans for the self employed, and so many other unique financing options. 

Know your credit.

First things to go is my credit card and car loan.

Check credit, past landlords, work history, and even OSCN, (Court records) here in Tulsa.

Any tips on who you use to keep an eye on monthly credit scores ?

So how do you improve your "quick pitch"...the simple answer is you don't.

In terms of rehab I'm looking to invest an additional $10,000 to make improvements, update, and clean up the house to add value.

It seems like you made a lot of improvements to the house + general appreciation around the United States = a good chunk in excluded gain.It also seems like homes are less expensive in Rochester than in Buffalo allowing you to obtain more cash-flowing properties.

Hey, there was a guy I just used ... allowed me to pull 50% out of a paid off property ... no income verification and credit qualification ... though they did pull my credit. 

Live there for the minimum of 12 months, move on and rent out your prior unit to improve your cash flow.