You cannot have a contract that simply states "install high-quality countertops" without specifying the quantity, location, type, or style.

Do DSCR loans qualify if purchasing through 1031 w/debt-carry-forward requirements?

If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.

This could save you money in the long run, but requires a bigger initial investment.To help you decide, consider these:What's your current budget?

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You will learn the time and effort required of managing such a unit.  

The mortgage companies usually only require one year.

By tackling them early on, you minimize the risk of missing critical dates.In my experience, closing a deal within a specific timeframe requires meticulous planning.

The PM business is not an easy business and most have fair fees for the work that's required.  

If you are trying to come up with a way to finagle the occupancy requirements while using an amazing loan (that you earned based on your service) like a VA, I would say you are starting off on the wrong foot.