Either, proceed with a value add approach and structure a refi/rehab short term loan that provides renovation funds in order to reposition the property and push rents.

The only problem with that plan is that I'm located in Orange County and I'd imagine most properties out here are well outside my affordability. 

If they are showing you multiple homes, consider their time as well, and their desire to be compensated because it is their business too.In San Antonio, I pay an annual and quarterly fee for MLS access.I wish you all the best.

Cabins in the Smokies typically don't have a garage, but your point is well taken with this much space.  

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

If you have sat in on Ari Newman's "How to Use the Financial Calculator to Structure Better Deals" training session, what feedback can you provide?

I'm in as well!

It keeps us on our toes about providing quality rehabs for ourselves, our clients as well as the tenants who will live there.

Take advantage of all the fantastic tools that Bigger Pockets provides. 

By managing furnished properties, we are able to provide a valuable service to an owner who wants to be hands off, while also helping them earn more rental income than they would renting out long term unfurnished.Happy to chat and share more.