Just wanted to introduce myself to the group and give a little bio of who I am and where I am at currently.I have not yet invested in a property apart from my primary home.I’m currently in the learning phase with the real estate world although i do have some knowledge within the purchase/closing world of mortgages since I do loan closings as my side gig from my regular 9-5 job.

He'll be taxed on all of his regular construction activities.There may be a scenario in there but it would take some massaging. 

Follow up - I offered my PM 15% vs the regular 10% of any money we get from a local or federal program if she would go and sit with the tenant and apply.

This is more than a regular "Fidelity" or "Scottrade" type account. 

Nowadays window units can cost hundreds of dollars and they can break down if not cleaned regularly.

If they work with you regularly, it may become an issue.

I would see if the rent would outweigh the expenses to hold it and go that rout before losing so much money.

DO NOT GO THE CHEAP ROUTE with a chuck in the truck builder or you will pay for it with your time, stress and energy. 

Usually, they work with lenders on a regular basis.

Financed with a regular rental mortgage (20% down) How did you add value to the deal?