You could require the tenant to use the dump station on a regular schedule and include language about keeping the property clean.

Line up funding before demo by securing a hard money term sheet and one private lender, build a simple scope focused on safety and rent/value drivers, and hire a vetted GC with milestone draws and lien waivers.

Maybe go visit them and see what they have to offer interior and exterior, as well as age of the units, as well as grounds keeping, as well as parking lot condition (Alligator with potholes, slurried, fresh black top with new paint lines).

Pulling equity from a rental is pretty clean.

Tyson, you’re off to a strong start—nice work getting that house hack to the refi finish line.

Also align leverage to risk instead of one-size caps, and reward clean execution with lighter docs and quicker draws on the next deal.

I had my fair share of bad hires, here is a list of things I have experienced:- did not show up for job, only shows up occasionally, way behind schedule- horrible quality, had to rip everything out again- left job a mess, did not clean up- constantly complaining about or asking for more money, extra charges- excuses, sob stories, personal drama- ghosting, especially after getting paid, poor communication

Tes, keep it clean and lender‑friendly: have the purchase contracts show true market value, then reflect the discount as a seller credit labeled “gift of equity” from your parents, backed by a signed gift letter and proof they own the properties; expect the lender to require an independent appraisal, standard reserves, and that the gift only covers down payment/equity, not your required closing costs on some programs.

Look for cleaning companies that have multiple cleaners and also which days of the week are not good for them to clean.

If it wasn't for how the program made the cost of borrowing much cheaper I'd avoid it, but your bottom line cash flow will be higher if you have patience with the program