If so, they just did an extensive remodel on the entire project.

I fear you may have extensive rot and/or mold in a lot of places you can't see.

- The way I usually conduct my terms, varies from house to house.

Conduct your due diligence when selecting a partner.

unless you have money to burn, you only tear it down if you HAVE TO...such as there's extensive structural damage, roof totally gone and gutting isn't enough. you got some serious due diligence to do so get to running them numbers.  

The company I hang my license with develops over 10% of the SFH in the center city area, and as such we have an extensive contractor list as well as in-house property management.

Are the residential repairs done by Bronson typically extensive or there a reason you stick to handymen for cosmetic repairs?

Only thing that sucks would be the need to forego my business deductions in order to qualify for another loan ( I am self-employed and currently have 2018 taxes on an extension until Oct.)+ INCREASE RENT: I am not sure if this would be doable since I am already renting hire than comps next door.

Some only require a few i-beams installed, and some require extensive work.  

This is especially true if adjacent properties are boarded up or also require extensive work.* The repairs are NOT financed, so require more funds out of your pocket, which again cripples your precious investment capital.