The position is very flexible and gives me a chance to stay active in real estate - through my husband and I invest out of state so I'm not totally uninvolved. 

I am looking for creative ways to improve my deal flow. 

It would be helpful to convince them to include the rental income in the denominator, which would improve the DTI calculation.How many units are in the property you're trying to purchase?

Not a chance. 

They could also give you recommendations on what improvements could bring additional value in your market.

Risk having to go through another eviction.I hate to give up a piece of property near DT Austin TX and maybe torch my chances at early retirement ( would take years to save up enough to get another down payment as I work a normal job.)I don't know BP community.

Would he be able to hold off on depreciating the property (with improvements) until all the costs that are to get the property ready for its intended use are complete? 

I prepare to stay for 2 years, while adding value, for tax free gains...and I like improving houses. 

Calif Civil Code 1954 states "Landlord my enter dwelling to make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations, or improvements..." 

There are numerous blogs on how to vetted a PM, if I follow those guidelines, would that lessen my chances of finding the wrong PM?