As for how much I’d put down, it typically ranges from $0 to $100K, depending on what I’m bringing to the table or what my partners are contributing.

They typically report rent payments to credit bureaus, helping tenants improve their credit scores.

I have had investors pull equity from their homes in the phoenix area to buy cash flowing properties in Fayetteville and similar areas, because the price growth in the phoenix area generates amazing returns.It depends on if you want cashflow now or delayed gratification later.

Maybe concrete single-family 1-4 units depending on the price point and cash flow.Also there is no real MLS in Puerto Rico you need to find an agent for each area you want to look at.

Quote from @Ivan Castanon: Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: depends on market most of FLA that wont move the needle.rust belt mid west you can find deals for those amounts.. going to be rougher areas of course. do NOT follow the advice of anyone suggesting second postions or gap funding.

I don't know if you'd find those people on Airbnb or VRBO from my experience - depends on area.

Depending on her contract she may have to wait out the term.Is she currently covering utilities?

For your seller its an effective sales price of ask - 2% using your assumed $500,000 thats $490,000, a real good offer depending on your market.  

But this will depend on the area that you are buying in.

Really depends on what they are looking for as well as long term plans.