My funnel is definitely narrowing down the field but it's too narrow because hardly anybody is finishing the process.On the surface it seems like the problem is occurring at the application process.

Also while them having a criminal record and even jail time may be attractive on the surface it just costs tax payers more money.

I figure that's partly due to the recent drainage infrastructure improvements made in that area. 

so just make sure you're not excluding properties because you're looking for 'cash flow.' that's not the point of a house hack, the point is to build equity.off market deals - you can go direct to owner or connect with wholesalers and others that surface off market deals. 

Its not worth it.7) Never use a partner, if you need to use one, make them a SILENT partner.These scratch the surface.

Drainage transportation engineer for a consulting firm in Tempe AZ!

Yes, such deals are hard to find but "diamonds" are never found at the surface.

@Austin JamesUnderstand the area, the current tenant base,the median income, is it in a flood zone, the age of the asset, the condition of the plumbing, the electrical wiring, the fuseboxes, the age of the roofs, the age of the mechanicals, the condition of the foundation, the drainage of the property, does the property have a C of O, is there ny environmental concerns such as oil tanks being buried, the current property management company, what are the amenities.These are just a few things to look out for.

Without proper air flow and insulation from the finished space, heat is escaping to the roof top surface.

in affected areas first.Taking out drywall is also fairly easy (big hammer, regular hammer, and flat prybar is about all you need) but is very messy so enclose the work area, wear protection and ventilate it.Note if if this is a pre 1978 house which it looks like it is,   and you plan to rent it,  then legally speaking you must be lead paint certified and follow abatement procedures when removing or disturbing more than six square feet of painted surface in any room.