I don't know what they tell you in CA but here in NY we are suppose to reject any sort of income during the time of the eviction.

This does not matter if the tenant is off a bit on rent and income.

So, when Trump changes to no tax on tips I feel inclined to change my rental income structure.50% reduction in rent.Previous 50% made up from a mandatory nontaxable tip. 

Hello, We have a triplex in a lower-income neighborhood in the Tampa Bay area.

More on DSCR loans in case helpful: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

Investing in multifamily properties offers steady cash flow, diversification, as multiple tenants reduce vacancy risks and provide consistent income.

So I do currently have income from my rental properties, however it isnt enough to cover our current costs over here for the next 6 months.

How much income do you need, and how much do you want?

I'll put them in order of what I prefer and why:1) Save up the cash using cashflow from my current portfolio and W2 income. 

It's going to vary depending on your own income outside of investments, your age, your ultimate goals, whether you want/need the income to live off of, and all kinds of other considerations.