I do not have a specific credit score requirement.

The best way to do this is to renovate a unit or two to the specifications to bring it up to market.  

Probably not, but I'd see what my CPA and attorneys have to say.Be a pain having tenants pay you twice too.Also, passive income is already treated pretty favorably after deductions such as depreciation.

I will not comment as to the tax laws and underlying rules - that is a discussion you can have with your tax advisor who presumably you are paying to help you.What I will do is provide practical and business guidance on tracking time.Firstly, there are apps available that can assist with time tracking where you can specifically detail your time, who you met with, etc.

This is highly lender-specific; there are no universal guidelines for DSCR loans like there are for GSE/Govvy loans.

I'm new to real estate investing and looking to connect with local investor.Thank youWhat are specific goals? 

Specifically, I’m curious about the following:2/2 vs. 3/2 properties: Are there significant advantages to offering a 2/2?

In both cases, having a property manager who can adapt to the specific needs of each asset type is essential.I believe that the best property managers understand that profitability and customer experience are not mutually exclusive—when both are done well, everyone benefits.Thanks for bringing up this great discussion!

kudos for your specific and thoughtful post. 

Any luck on motivating realtors in the area to actually get operating expenses/lease agreements for Jackson County specifically George?