Meanwhile, I would love to build bridges to other careers to transition out of my current W2 (only after I grab my 1st property I've been pre-approved for based on that W2).

I'd start out getting pre-approved and then start looking.

I did not expect a diagnostic fees because contract starts today.They are charging me $250 just for diagnosis:-( citing it's a pre-existing condition.

If you would like information on selecting an investment Realtor, let me know, and I will post it.I would not pre-judge the type of property to buy.

I was originally basing my mortgage pre-approvals on using an FHA loan.

Others we have begun to work out on our own. 

your alternate was how 90% of all turn key was sold in the mid west and upper mid west pre GFC..

Also, have you considered using a decent quality, pre-finished engineered hardwood floor (as opposed to solid hardwood)?

I will let you know how things work out once I find the team.Again, thank you for your knowledge 

As long as it is in pre-foreclosure, there's usually a buffer between pre-foreclosure and foreclosure, there maybe stipulations regarding power of attorney, however it is best to speak with a foreclosure attorney.