The other quotes I received were often unreasonably high compared to other properties in my portfolio—sometimes exceeding my current carrier’s increased rate for this property while offering less coverage.

I can only speak for Dayton - there's a lot of opportunities here with a market that has  high rents relative to the prices. 

It’s a great tool to remember for your future scaling goals.

He found that the moisture levels in the walls are extremely high, indicating significant damage.

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

The profit was used to buy a higher quality SFH in the same area.

Both strategies are great and have their pros and consOne of the biggest wealth building tools in real estate is the ability to purchase a property as a primary residence and put less then 20% down.

Even when they are charging you a very high percentage, the agent is probably operating at a loss.

Quote from @Briley Roe:  yes those fees are very high as you have a broker fee and other fees for a loan little over $100k at 6+ points. 

@Travis Boyd The quality of the neighborhood will affect the cap rate to be used.