What is their "bench" of contractors?  

On some streets we're the only rentals, and you would be hard pressed to identify the rentals. 

Instead, build a solid bench of 3rd party vendors; HVAC, plumber, handyman, etc..When considering whether or not to make a hire, most of it depends on how many hours you can dedicate to that individual each week, at least when hiring a maintenance tech.

You have to realize that if we get another euphoria in the general markets(RE, equities, bonds, crypto, gold, etc.) then places with scarcity in RE will definitively be a pressing subject.

Beyond immediate safety concerns, the long-term financial implications, including taxes, are a pressing issue for those impacted by the disaster.

75% won't be an issue, but 80% on a cash out refinance is rare, and I would be hard-pressed to see 80% with no origination on top of that.Good luck!

If your investment is still profitable with the increase, then press ahead.

Now this Jan 1st another slew that pressed the bar of standards and requirements even higher. 

As far as benefit to the seller goes, @Matthew Paul I think you are probably right on the money and regardless of whether they would have preferred to stay in this house rather than move, it is likely providing them some excellent cash flow; and I'd be hard-pressed to come up with a deal that serves both parties better than the current situation. 

This fall we launched 2 more syndications for infill developments in Boise. a 30+ unit Live-work townhome project in West Boise that has never been developed on 1.3 acres of land and an 8 unit lot split on the Boise Bench with a house to flip on an acre.