One approach that I have not seen included in the discussion is as you are still in the planning phase, you could change your approach and the facts to make it more favorable for your strategy.

And, the landlord -Tenant laws are much more favorable there than they are here in New Jersey.

Lucky for you, your own backyard is an excellent (and often overlooked) place to begin investing, thanks in part to Tuscaloosa’s proximity to Birmingham, UA’s steady enrollment growth, and the market’s favorable rent-to-price ratio.As for your comment about BRRRR, you’re right that it’s definitely one of the more time- and labor-intensive approaches.

or have you found various creative solutions to secure favorable terms?

When running numbers, especially on small multis more western markets with direct access to NYC tend to be more favorable from the numbers stand point and many of these towns offer 30 minutes or less taking commuting lines.

I wouldn’t touch long-term rentals as the laws are extremely in favor of renters.

Good to know too that loan terms would be more favorable with a conventional or FHA loan than a refi.

Subdivisions of build to sell are favorable to local SFR landlords because more rooftops means more retail and dining, which makes a more desirable rental area. 

Anyone telling you to buy 80k properties in class D neighborhoods and rent them to section 8 for 2200/m is not doing you any favors. 

 - like we ar nice, deduct portions instead of full amount..this goes to court and judge rules in our favor and that means the smaller amounts we offered being nice.