Cat odor is far more problematic than a small dog, but I would check landlord references to confirm how they've maintained their last residence.

One last thought is your likely going to be getting a larger depreciation write off with new acquisitions.

Any thoughts/advice for small investors trying to get into larger properties?

We purchased a much larger duplex and went from a 2/2 to a 4/2.

One marks up larger jobs, but won't say how much.

You don't need to be larger than life, driving flashy cars, or using your looks to make a sale.

Hey @Eli Edwards,In my limited experience New Western, and any other larger company who is geared towards wholesaling properties, generally doesn't leave much on the bone for the end buyer. 

Married Adults + 2 kidsWhat if there is 1 samll dog/cat added to each of the scanarios above?

However, if you want long-term stability and predictable payments, refinancing might be a better option, especially for larger projects.

However, have you considered partnering with someone a little larger in scale for a deal or two?