@Crystal Smith Thanks so much.

Thank you for the detailed answer and advice Crystal. 

This may or may not be something then that you would be required to let your lender know about (but might still consider doing for a perk)If your lender has a written in rental restriction, it’s likely they will want information on your renters- odds are if they do want any info, they have a system in palace for screening them on your behalf (and theirs), it might be beneficial however to draw up a quick ‘mock’ application you can email in quickly right after the call to speed things along (just credit info, rental history, income- go the extra mile here with a couple of references if your type “A” personality to keep lender happy- BIG bonus if from previous landlords)This might be the only ‘next steps’ required on your part as well- so you could save yourself time here by being ahead of the game.

No-one has a crystal ball.Run your numbers and if the deal works for the returns you seek, then buy. 

I have a Crystal Clear Criteria as Brandon Turner calls it.

Hi Crystal,Yes I would love to connect with you.

Also, I don’t have a crystal ball and I can’t say for certain what rents will do in the next 15 years. 

@Crystal LouIt’s definitely on the goal list!

Obviously nobody has a crystal ball, and even the best predictions are subject to black swan events (as this past year has proven). 

After enjoying our beautiful Lake Michigan waterfront with sugar sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and spectacular sunsets, you may want to:Go on a sand dune ride at Silver Lake sand dunes, visit Fox Barn winery, or visit Lewis Farms Market - not your ordinary petting zoo!