This strategy provides steady cash flow and potential property appreciation over time.Fix and Flip:Acquire distressed properties, renovate or "flip" them, and sell at a higher price.

Even I need protection from GDs!

"What can I buy within 45 days that will protect my capital, and provide me with a predictable return?" 

Local credit unions or banks could provide funding that is more suited to your requirements and have a greater grasp of the community.Understand the local construction codes, zoning laws, and any other rules that can affect your ability to make improvements or rent out the property.Make sure your escape plan is well-defined.

Trying to figure out if this is natural settling or we should provide reinforcement to the beam to prevent further settling. 

Additionally, if there's a particular aspect of real estate you're eager to explore or learn more about, let me know, and I'll do my best to provide valuable insights.

The real estate/business lending space is HIGHLY regulated - the same regulations which aid you and protect you as a member of the LGBTQ community or ANY OTHER community also apply in the other direction and to all other consumers. 

This mansion was formerly a formal Bed and Breakfast. it has the legitimate hotel fire protection devices and systems such as stairway lighting, pull down alarms and a full commerciall alarm system which are a bouns $40-50 k system not found in other places.

You will not need to provide personal income like tax returns or paystubs as the underwriters look at cashflow of the property in place of that.

Provide detailed specifications and ask for itemised estimates.