Perhaps even a few LED lightbulbs to help with energy costs.

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

If I chose to try to find tenants before the unit became vacant I could likely cut down on the vacancy time between tenants and further reduce my vacancy to something like 2% but I budget for 5%. 3.

There's time, money and energy that goes into getting your license.

If I reduce the purchase price to $600,000, the CoC jumps to 15.2%.

Don't waste any mental energy thinking about what the Fed does.Find good deals. 

With that said, there have been more realistic seller expectations to the tune of significantly reduced purchase prices both pre and post executed agreements.

Plan your renovation timeline to list properties during peak buying months - also take into consideration that snow and rain will affect your rehab.Another way that you will want to take climate into account is  that given the cold winters, energy-efficient improvements like insulation and modern HVAC systems can be attractive to buyers.

Highlight the cash flow and equity in your property when negotiating with lenders, as this reduces their perceived risk.Ultimately, you may need to reach out to multiple lenders or brokers who specialize in DSCR loans to find one willing to take a second position.

Would love to match with someone of the same age / energy level, but will keep an open mind.Also, I will likely be looking to extend my time in Cancun for 2-3 more nights (could be more).