The ability to grow the business will depend on how you position the company.

Sometimes the patching for me didn't exactly match the original finish.I agree with the posters here who are suggesting to try removing the mold and spot patch and refinish, especially since white subway-similar tile is popular at this time.  

I feel once I get my duplex I'll have my confidence back and get ready to grow.

The most popular markets are ClevelandToledoMemphisBirminghamKCIndyDetroitEach of these markets is popular with turnkey investors because of the low barrier to entry, high rental demand & high rent to price ratio.

I haven’t heard of automated services not sure if I’m interested at moment I like dealing with an actual property management firm looking over my properties but as I keep growing this is something I will keep in mind.

Obviously you will have no mortgage to pay, which helps with cashflow right off the bat, however you have a ton of money tied into the deal, which may prevent you from growing at a rate that you want to.

Unfortunately our rural towns have been dying since the 50s/60s - which is sad as there are lots of cool and fascinating places - but it all happens slowly - first a large employer leaves, or maybe there's a farming crisis, tax revenue decreases, then folks with younger kids move away or the younger kids grow up then they immediately leave then never come back, then the schools start to die, then the schools close, then no one wants to live there, then the local hospitals or clinics lose fed or state funds then they close, their workers leave etc. 

I also have 0% Business Lines Of Credit up to $200K which is popular with real estate investors to help them get the money for down payment or Rehab.

It’s located in an excellent spot backing an popular bike path, in a good public school system, and close to popular parks and recreation.I’ve got a few different ideas for the property but I’m really just not sure where to start.

It could possibly be converted into a three unit rental though, and would give us room to grow.