I am a strong believer in doing everything once (i.e. know how to replace a toilet, lay floor, etc.) however the excitement of rehabbing on weekends and outside of my 50+ hr a week job is losing its appeal fast!

Also, gives the defendant (owner) an appeal if they desire.  

Study the current trends and go for a design that will appeal to what people want. 

Also, you may wish to file a tax appeal/tax grievance, especially since the property is negative cash flowing.

However if your purchase is at arm's length, then that is a compelling piece of evidence at an appeal. 

This will help visualize and understand what it takes.If I can help let me know.

After buying lots of houses you get more comfortable with making a quick decision after a visual inspection.

I fought the City of Oakland on rent control all the way to the California State of Appeals. 

Im also visually impaired, and wanted to try and sell homes because it's something i think i could do and i could do it with out having people turnign em down from jobs all the time.

It's a little more involved than I can explain in text but that is the main thing I would do.With your good credit, your reserves and the fact that we are almost in December of this tax year, I would aim to create a true image of your financial situation that is appealing to lenders.