That was about a month ago and since then I've been studying and listening to the bigger pockets podcast (just finished episode 70; side note Grant Kemp has a good thing going).I'm from the Northern VA area and I was stationed there about 8 years ago. 

I am also a lawyer so secured notes don't scare me either as long as they are local, because I can foreclose on my own liens and I'll end up making more money in attorney fees than my original payout.

I believe I can be able to service your needs with a more competitive rate and help secure a better rate on your ROI, if you would like we could chat, go over your needs and see if I can add value to your situation and hopefully save you some money compared to what you will be paying a property management company. 

Your security to being paid back is a second lien.

I already have experience managing properties and I’ve been learning a lot about renovations (I just can’t do most of the work right now due to the pregnancy), so I’m trying to find the best route for me now while also securing a little home for my little family.

I can bring capital to the deal, partners and then a combination of loans/hard money to secure the property and start the rehab.

Their security deposit is only $400 which doesn't even cover the cost to paint the whole unit. 

If you must pay electricity weigh the option of investing in solar panels, you might be able to find a grant for this.Set cap ex budgets at the beginning of the year and if possible stick to the schedule and budget to make sure you aren’t blowing all the cash flow on unnecessary upgrades. 

Real estate attorneys, closing attorneys, fair housing attorneys, and securities/syndication attorneys are all different.

Granted, rates were rising towards the end of last year, but the Fed has clearly reversed course on tapering.I don't believe the Fed can or will ever raise interest rates.