Because of my savings and lack of expenses, I'm in a very comfortable position to make my first move, but because my income is mid, I'm unable to meet the Debt-to-Income requirements to qualify.

I am not worried so much about maximizing it rather than that it gives me a bit; because as more of the estimated $150000 property mortgage I want to take is paid down, the numbers get a bit better with appreciation as well.

The renovation aimed to modernize the property, enhance its appeal to potential tenants, and maximize its long-term value.

I'd also suggest self-managing your first property to maximize cash flow and learn by doing for any future investments.

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

Do you have a lease I could look at, if you feel comfortable sharing. 

Company is called Comfort Capital.

With the cost of utilities and the level of comfort people feel is mandatory now there is no way I would want to be on the hook for it. 

After buying this house, I partnered with others to invest in a duplex in the Wichita area.At the moment, I’m living in Tennessee, and I’m weighing two options: either selling my house and using the proceeds to buy a duplex in Overland Park or Wichita with my partners, or keeping the house for another 3 years, transferring it to our LLC, and renting out the entire property to maximize its rental potential ( $1400-$1600 ) I currently owe $200k on the property with a 6.5% interest rate, and my monthly payment is between ($1,700-$1800).

I’m not a tax expert, but one thing I’ve learned is to maximize deductions where you can.