But really like others are saying to get affordable housing you need to utilize land/lands that already have infrastructure in place and systems that can handle the water and sewer and storm.. so density bonus's are what is needed .

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It's 750 sqft and I'm trying to get a tenant to pay 2750 which will just barely cover all the monthly expenses and utilities.

The checking account will draw against and pull from your line of credit to deliver your funds assuming your line has availability still (debit to line and a credit to your checking account).I’ve experienced , utilized, and have monitored how these tools work for over 10 years+ in practice and operation. 

Property tax, occupancy tax, personal property tax, business tax, permit/inspection fees, higher than standard utility fees, ever-increasing fees by the platforms.  

My list includes - last 2 years employment history and current employment [2 paystubs], criminal checks, eviction checks, No Pets, No smoking, tenant pays utilities, maintains landscape, no subleasing, bring own washer & dryer, 1 month security deposit and transfer of utilities before moving in, rental insurance, all occupants will be on lease, notice period of 2 months for termination, tenant references, No cosigners, no painting walls, late fee notice, any hoa fines should be paid by tenant, inspection of property at 3, 9 and 12 months.Please let me know if I am missing anything.3.

Would I use then in addition to an attorney or can I utilize their services to both foreclose and clear the title?

I can utilize the MLS to access market data and if you need a realtor, I would be happy to assist.

The area looks to be a decent area for STR rentals and has potential to be a great investment if that goes well, we won't have a mortgage on the property so outside of taxes/insurance/utilities it should be easy to cash flow.

Figure out all the extra expenses of utilities, management, perhaps hot tub, internet etc. go low on income and high on expenses and see how the numbers look.