Exit strategies are typically, refinance into a long term loan and hold or sell it for profit.Cheers!

The capital stack especially in CA is VERY complex and typically involves everything and more that you mentioned.

I think I would try to get past the one-year mark for capital gains then sell it.

But, we recognize that the experience you were having, multiple months without revenue and no clear time frame to be fixed, is not a typical experience with our company, and when and where we can help, we will.Our team didn't follow up as we said we would, so you asked us for updates instead of how we plan to operate, which is updating you proactively. 

Starting with an owner-occupied duplex is a smart way to build equity and gain experience.

Were you just looking to gain your time back?

Typically, it’s reasonable to deduct for things like deep cleaning if the place was left pretty dirty.

Picking up flexible part-time jobs to qualify for a mortgage is definitely a smart move, as conventional lenders typically look for consistent W2 income.

typically anyone who says the following are not actual buyers:1.

Unless you find a buyer with a very specific criteria who is willing to pay above the typical 70% - repairs.