As for my criteria, the most common are credit scores above 600, preferably above 650, income 3x rent, no criminal history, no rental collections (but if she checks out and resolved this one, you may give her a pass, things happen), verifiable employment and bank records, positive or neutral remarks from past landlords.

[LINK REMOVED]Jeremy,Since a business entity would get the same deductions that you would get if the property is held in your own name, the pass-through business entity is (at best) tax neutral.

I generally think you should make homes appeal to the widest possible target buyers which is why it is good to keep things neutral, etc.However, there are opportunities in the market for specific features which can cut down the houses you are competing with on the sale.

I want more buy and hold, long term properties that are cash flow neutral currently and , that provide tax write off .

Any deposits not made to the lender or a neutral party (escrow) may be construed as a benefit to the seller.

I didn't know about Muriatic acid, or think about sealing the cement.The issue I found about Muriatic acid is that the fumes damage stainless steel and can seep into the cabinet wood, if you don't neutralize it after application.Sealing is a good idea, but some sealers are high priced.So, I think I'm going to try a lot of vinegar (soak it), which is also an acid, and follow-up with a paint sealer like Kilz.My only concern is, if I decide to ceramic tile, will the mud/paste adhere to the floor or come loose from the sealer.

i agree with jon....my 'lot of house' comment was from personal experience.you are on the right path for the 3/2/2. my first property i bought, we purchased because it was good for us AT THE TIME. didn't look longterm. don't get me wrong, its a nice 2/2 with a loft, but the layout and area isn't the best.now i will only buy a primary based on jon's advice of buying a house 'you're willing to die in'. ofcourse, we hope that won't be the case though.....you look like a nice murderous clown from your photo, i hope you lead a long, long life.ALSO, if you have any intention on not dying in this house, be sure to make it not too personal. your last comment of it being built the way you want may not mean what someone else wants. if you are planning to not live in the house forever, think about neutral 'stuff'. stay away from the pink jacuzzi tub (of which the house i purchased last year had) and the crazy colored roof. ofcourse, anything can be replaced...just a thought

(though I think a revenue-neutral rate is likely, several county commissioners have already mentioned this as a goal in the newspaper)MikeOH- I hear what you are saying on rents nationally, but I believe that the local market fundamentals are different here.

I'm in it for long term and very happy with the other 3 benefits, and neutral cash flow.

He was smart to admit his drug use in his book before he ran for office, that way the issue was already neutralized and couldn't be used against him.