Credit scores are tricky because there could be items like medical debt or student loan debt that weighs the score down. 

Alternatively, negotiate a credit at closing for the roof cost, reducing the purchase price, or arrange seller financing for the roof.

This will reduce your footprint and units.  .5 acres is a really small footprint. 

This loss will be active and therefore reduce my W2 active income taxes.

OP Lincoln is a great town since it is the state capitol, lots of government income, home of UNL, lots of medical etc.  

Get a reduced prepay in case the market does goes lower to protect yourself.

A fridge keeps food fresh longer, a car saves time by reducing the need to walk everywhere, and buying a house ensures your money doesn’t simply expire like rent.But as investors, we’re aiming for something bigger.

What can you do to reduce these?

One key component is making sure there is language that outlines how the purchase price is reduced if a payment is received BEFORE the closing.

This reduces exit options and affects the value. 10) Small number of small units is the most expensive residential development there is.