While I’ve considered cash-out refinancing or HELOCs, the high rates make these options less appealing.I’m debating between using cash to acquire more SFRs or diversifying into mixed-use retail properties.

also we do not know what is going to happen with int rates, they are very high now, the economy is not good and it is not certain they will be coming down this year. we know there will be more responsible gov spending, so maybe rates will come down, no way to know...I think you need to know the market where you plan to buy well, and go from thereBest of luck

Interesting I thought, that they have that high of a rating.

Low vacancy rates, rising rents, and high tenant demand for more space/good school districts. 

Some don't like the idea of a 2nd position lien that is very small and very high on interest rate. 

And a high in high season!

With today's high interest rates, it usually doesn't make sense.

That's always the worst case scenario after the landlord-tenant relationship has broken down.

If this job popped up out of the blue, your intent was not to move within the 1st year, so you may be ok.If you are planning on building a portfolio of homes, it is safest to stick in your home for 12 months to reduce the appearance of potential fraud. 

.• Adverse Features: Do any of the comps have issues not considered in the appraisal, such as proximity to a high-traffic road, sewer plant, or power lines?