. $120k, but would like to do $75k down and keep about $45k for remodel unless we can finance itSource of down payment funds, if applicable: current home proceedsIncome Source: Salaried plus commissions/bonus - but both wife and I have to qualify with base pay only since we do not have two years at current employers.FICO: ExcellentI think seller financing the whole thing is too risky to us (seller wants $100k down and balloon in 5 years).

So if you sell an asset at a gain, the gain IS income BUT it is now taxed at a lower rate than other types of income (i.e. ordinary income such as salary, bonuses, etc) thus, a break!!

Agent bonus to buyers agent can help too.

From my opinion, HELOCs seem to be a great vehicle for someone who needs cash for a temporary or short term basis, in this situation you can even get an added bonus of only paying interest and deducting the full amount on your taxes, but for an investor who likes to buy and hold long term and lock in risk without variable rates I don't think this is the best option.

You can also check on density bonus programs, or work deals with the city where you can increase density by doing something they want like going LEED certified.

Pets are a good bonus but I would not initially offer pet friendly unless you have issues renting, even the best pet will cause more damage then no pet.My 4 musts to screen-Credit Check-Landlord Reference-Job letter/ proof of employment-Gut Check= Bad vibes, bad tenantIf people can't come up with atleast 2 of these 3 things, they likely are hiding something.

Standard where I am is 10% plus a small bonus when they find new tenants.This doesn't look like a great deal from the outset as it violates the 1% rule.  

And if you get it, bonus points.

I think everywhere has it's bonuses right now.

. - one time expenses can be removed as long the correct documentation is provided so make sure to keep all your invoices and capital expenses not just for us but for your accountant as well so they can create your depreciation schedule during tax time- The 7 year Fridge if depreciated, can get added back, however sometimes new equipment can be expensed completely as bonus depreciation depending on the tax incentives during the year so check with your accountant on what the options are.