However, I received rejections even after sending them my current work along with the pitch deck 

You have to confirm there are no pending assessments and lawsuits against the HOA before buying and an assessment usually comes for roads, roofs, windows, decks, and stairs that were not done properly or have a safety issue.

As an investment, the property size and scope of the project are definitely higher in Orlando. 6-8 bed homes with fully decked out outdoor amenities and interior design is a must.  

Get a job working at a bar a few nights a week, buy a pressure washer and go door knocking to pressure wash driveways and decks (for example, does not have to be that), and be an agent that hustles, works open houses, goes to RE meetups, networks like crazy, and learns a lot. 

So a nicely decked out  cabin I bet would rent real well for STR purposes  Not sure about permits etc..

She got a message a few days ago that said:"Also, not sure the last time you saw the property but the back deck has exposed nails on the boards - my husband stepped on one of them.

The roof is fine until it leaks, decks are fine until they are not, things wear out, line blockages don't happen overnight they most often are buildups over time until the result IS seen overnight. 

.- The shiny new barbeque grill that you had the housekeepers place on the wood deck next to the railings.- That quirky, and warm, light switch that you didn't notice because you haven't been to the property in a year.- The shower that you noticed is awfully hot but failed to check into it more before you left.And so on. 

@Charles Blades hey Charles, depends if you own the land or not.

Landscaping has the largest ROI (of about 200%), adding a wood deck or a patio will also provide a big increase in value (100% ROI).Add living space, consider converting attic space, finishing a basement, or repurposing a large living area to add a bedroom without expanding the home's footprint - this will give you an average ROI of around 75%.