Enough and then the ability to get twice that.

Hi, I’m Chase Benson, a teacher by profession with a passion for learning and growth.

Lol, Twin Cities experiencing growth, that's the understatement of the century. 

You don't know the area, have no ability to lay eyes on it yourself and it's not easy.

Never invest in areas that are depressed prices, you just don't get the growth needed for wealth. 

This is actually something I see as a benefit because it shows that the city is interested in facilitating the growth of that industry, and it's much less likely now that they would do a 180 and try to limit usage

You could ask that they put a year or so of savings into a separate account on which you have view access or receive a monthly statement so you can see they have the ability to pay future rent.They aren't going to last without other income or savings with income at 1.25x rent.

We are in the middle of major infrastructure and RE growth (res and comm) and need to know how best to handle the property we are on from both a short time and potential long term investment perspective.

Look into factors like vacancy rates, local job growth, and tenant demand to pinpoint promising markets.Once you find a property, work on running the numbers carefully—factor in purchase price, rehab costs (if applicable), property management fees, and reserves.

My husband on the other hand is not tied to the mortgage and has the ability to obtain a conventional lloan as a first time homebuyer.