You left out information that maybe relevant such as taxes/insurance per year, maintenance cost anticipated per year... plus other expenses depending on rental such as management fee(if you aren't manager), advertising cost to acquire renters, etc....

I believe that if the non-signing spouse had an interest in the property burdened by the easement, then the easement interest is not insurable. 

Policy will not impact the market for a while, even a $25k first-time home buyer credit will need some time to work through the system.

Below are the key factors companies consider when choosing a city for investment:Low operating costs: Companies are unlikely to choose a location where state income taxes, property taxes, and insurance consume a significant portion of their potential profit.

If the PM screwed up your insurance claim, why did you continue working with them?

Your monthly payment would come out to roughly $2400/month including HOA, taxes, and insurance.

I’m curious to hear from other investors who have ventured into flooded properties such as what challenges did you face, particularly with insurance and permitting?

I've researched local markets and don't think Ill have any issues finding a renter at about a 10% return after taxes and insurance. 

@Juan Carlos Gastelum As the world's greatest investors have taught us, making long-term investment decisions only based on tax policies isn't a good idea but it sounds like that's not you're only reason for investing in the US. 

Given this is where my major operating expenses fell (beyond taxes and insurance), keeping this cost lower, by average, helps my cash flow.I invest in older neighborhoods, so the 2-4 unit properties, typically have single water meter, maybe single electric, and many have radiator heat with a single boiler.