B2B Bank had just introduced liquidity requirements which seemed to indicate they really did not want to be providing that service.TD was the last of the Big Five to offer the ability to write and hold arm's length mortgages.  

Some, like ours, focus on offering optional services such as renters insurance or washer/dryer rentals without requiring tenants to opt into a full package.When choosing a property manager, I recommend asking about the structure and purpose of any fees.

Do have an idea of your preferred acquisition price and how much rehab might be required? 

You're going to have to scrap like crazy to break even - think rent by the room, short term, mid term strategies that require more work.

He is 69 and does not want to reinvest (1031 exchange), which leaves me having to make a much larger investment on my own to meet the 1031 requirements which is more than I’m willing to do at this time.

I would be happy to go over some of the requirements for getting a mortgage in the US as an international investor. 

He offered to sell it to me with owner financing for $400,000 and only required 10% down, so I jumped on it.

There were several mistakes made on my tax returns that I pointed out, which required going back and forth with their tax preparers.

I wouldn’t lower your credit score requirement or you’re going to end up needing to evict again and having turnover expenses.

If you are using a loan, well there is simply no inventory in Cleveland.