Starting with an Out Of State MTR / LTR strategy is smart, especially targeting travel nurses or university students.Focus on areas in Texas or Indiana with strong job markets and growing populations for better rental demand and investment potential.

I use professional software, but I know a lot of people that use TransUnion Smart Move and are happy with it.

It's great to hear about your investment strategy, blending flips, rentals, and wholesaling Smart!

It's a smart strategy to make the most of your property.

You live in one of the biggest REI areas of the country, so smart to take advantage, especially now that they opened up 3 and 4 unit multis to owner occupant low downpayment options.I looked at a great 4 -plex available in Gladstone for $365, will probably go for $385.great deal. good condition. $800 per 2 bed /1 bath unit. quick mortgage calculator puts zero% down monthly payment at $3500, plus then offset with $2400 puts you on the hook for $1100. 

It can be really smart to get a good accountant that likes tax strategy and look at all investments in your life. 

Your lender should have been smart enough to see this coming and warn you and the seller in advance to both remove any tenant and remove the stove.

But hey, remember, I'm no legal expert, so it's always smart to double-check with someone who knows the ins and outs of property law in your area.

While you're likely in the clear, double-checking is a smart move.Transparency is key.

Very smart to get your real estate license right away, because it always helps.