insurance companies are also charging extra to cover ice machines. 

Our lease requires the tenant to carry renter's insurance with a minimum of $300,000 liability coverage naming us as additional insureds, as well as covering their personal property.

The loan approval is based on the property’s cash flow—so as long as the rental income covers the mortgage, you’re in a good position.

(I would still get a heloc to cover future expenses and have available for emergencies.)401k loans are not taxed, do not report to credit, count as owned assets from your lender, and the interest you pay on them goes back into your own 401k!

Usually holding costs and lost opportunity costs far outweigh the gain in sales price.I would also have multiple exit strategies and if prices dropped more than I wanted could I keep it as a long-term investment and have the rent cover my expenses.

Can I require additional deposit to cover the accidents this animal is going to make?

But if the debt is say 50% of value - what’s the chance of the property not “covering” the debt  and your personal guarantee being enacted? 

Seller financing is very hard to get.Most seller has the intent of collecting all the money upfront for a new property.To entice the seller to accept a low down payment, agree to the purchase price without negotiating, cover the closing costs and if there are any commissions involved with brokers/agents.

- **Addressing the Cesspool**: Since the cesspool is a known issue, consider including some language in your listing that reassures buyers this is normal for the area, and perhaps offer to cover some closing costs or provide a credit toward upgrading the system if necessary

Protecting Against Bedbugs: Bedbugs can be a nightmare for STR hosts, but here are some proactive steps:Mattress and Box Spring Encasements: Use bedbug-proof covers on all mattresses and box springs.