I am looking to use hard money for the purchase and my personal money for the reno.

Each hard money lender has their own rules, you must talk to your hard money lender(s)

If you’re considering managing trades yourself, be prepared for scheduling and quality control challenges, but it can save you money if done right.

Quote from @Robel Nessro: Hello I wanted too ask does money buy happiness?

(saving the money to have your own deal is the worst idea)

I'd be willing to bet that there are plenty of small time developers in your market who would be happy to trade knowledge, experience and equity for your experience and services. 

I spent months, no, years, reading books, buying No Money Down cassettes, (Carleton Sheets, anyone?)

Many hard money/bridge lenders will collect interest payments up front at a closing to cover payments for a period of time.

They have about 20 meetings a month all over central Florida that include great networking opportunities with other investors, trades people and focus groups for REI 101, flipping, woman investors, landlording, multi-family investing and much more.

A Heloc is always going to be in 2nd lien position and you cannot borrow more money unless the heloc is paid off.