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

@Justin FlournoyI would recommend investing in rental property, using the BRRR method to minimize the cash out of your pocket.Investing in real estate should make you more money in return than a large down payment is going to save you over time.  

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

Yes, you can do a 1031 exchange by selling both houses but as it is a very complicated method therefore it will be better to consult with an 1031 exchange expert. 

There are a variety of methods for finding off-market deals, with direct mailing being the most popular.

I'm using the BRRRR method to acquire SFH.  

Please, realize I am not giving Investment Advice regarding any specific Security or Securities. 

If the investors are passive and have no active role you have a security and is regarded a syndication . 

She mentioned to me that items under the property to secure the foundation was not completed and began to tell me what was wrong.

Obviously that secures my house to the loan, but it would basically keep me from draining my savings account to throw in a 20% down payment.