Here are a few alternatives to consider for your next property:One option is debt-service coverage ratio (DSCR) loans, which are specifically geared towards real estate investors.

Unless you have a specific monthly target for your payment you can spread that out to make it a Win/Win.There has been a lot of growth in Denver over the last 2-3 years and new builds as well I just closed on a home for a customer in commerce city they also moved from CA and needed a fresh start. 

my question is specific towards obtaining a mortgage in BC Canada. 

But you do have to put some language in your lease  agreement or lease addendum that deals specifically with issues that will come up for the fireplace.  

What are the specific legal grounds for eviction in this situation, considering the tenant's behavior, lease violations (including the unauthorized movement of furniture), the failure to submit a work order, the late-night disturbances, the harassment of my son, the unreasonable demands regarding property access, and the potential safety concerns for myself and my son?

I am trying to invest out of state, specifically in Kansas.

There are very specific things you can and can't (shouldn't) do as either. 

I’m sure it’s location specific but $6,000 sounds way too much.

The restrictions, requirements and timelines on these are very specific and one mistake can be very costly. 

With all of that said without know more specifics about what price points you're considering and location I'm going to Generalize1.