Below is a general description of the properties they are willing and able to rent:Type: Single-familyConfiguration: 3+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2+ car garages, 1,100 to 2,500 SF, one or two stories, lot size 3,000 SF to 7,000 SF.Rent range: $1,900/Mo to $2,400/MoLocation: See the map below for the general areasToday, these properties cost between $350,000 and $475,000.

@Brandon Weis it sounds kind of tacky for the size of property.

The property has enough land to potentially subdivide and build another 2 units (maybe 3 to 4 depending on size).

You likely can just keep your original loans unless they loan sizes are large and rates drop enough to justify a refi.

If a dog is listed as German Shepherd even though it is also part poodle, German Shepherd is the breed you go with.You can reject animals based on breed, size, and other factors.

So, we are somewhat covered.My employer has an Employee Assistance Program that includes some legal help.

Make sure you ask about employment on this form, as this information can help you determine which tenants may be able to afford a rent increase and which tenants may not.

We are in the hard money lending business for commercial properties - with loan sizes from $500k to $5 million.  

We do a lot of self employed loans and we can take your investment income in your pre approval.

If you are putting your STR on Sch C and NOT providing substantial services, you will cost yourself money long term and risk the IRS reclasses your activity (which may or may not have consequences).Nonpassive does NOT equal Income from Self Employment automatically.