According to a 2016 tax sale for Anne Arundel county, MD process document the rate is now 12% from there website.

If you have specific questions about property management, I'll be happy to help!

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.  

The mistake you are making is it looks like you think you can use the number on the HUD website as your rent amount. 

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

I need something simple that I could utilize today.Thanks you will not be able to get something today. in order to pull credit typically you must have a background check done on you and the company will also come visit your office and confirm you have specific security policies and procedures in place. 

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

However, consider calling the VA’s regional loan center or speaking with a VA-approved lender who can interpret the rules in a more specific scenario tailored for you.

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

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