If you are going in cash it's not a concern but limiting your option for the purchase financing or refinance option down the line will cause headaches.

Originally I wanted to do painted concrete, but that would leave the perimeter sticking up.

Do you have any concern of what impact these businesses may have on your rents and/or target customer in the future?

Do 1 BRRRR per quarter (4 a year, very doable), try to leave as little of your money as possible in each deal, and keep recycling the same money to buy more properties.

I also have a 3 family that I'm trying to refinance with a DSCR and I am concerned with the cash flows its in Chicago, IL. 

NMLS Consumer Access is a fully searchable website that allows the public to view information concerning state-licensed companies, branches, and individuals licensed and registered through NMLS.

If she moves out in seven days and leaves the house undamaged, you can apply her deposit to the unpaid rent and forgive the rest.

It also makes it harder for other operators down the road--- not your main concern but we all impact each other.What about you and your wife live in the garage unit, and rent out the house for a lot more, at least until all this permitting is figured out.

I did a background check and was able to look up his many properties across all states so I really don't have concerns he doesn't have any assets.

Rake the leaves, mow the lawn, and water the plants.