It's possible to buy property in Germany with as little as 5-10% down, making it an attractive option for service members and civilian government employees stationed there or planning to settle.

First, Albany Park is at the end of the Brown Line.

Software is a common question on BiggerPockets.

Like should I have a folder on my laptop for the tenant and keep a copy of each payment I receive from them?

I'm wondering how much specifics I need to include for each line item. 

There are some great suggestions here on down payment, interest rate, servicing, and underwriting the borrower.  

I saw Macon in your subject line and just assumed Georgia!

I am also on the loan.

Take your $5k of saving, and borrow another 5K by placing a home equity line of credit on your house.  

Now that includes taxes at 1% of sale price in most cases and insurance that is affordable.best thing to do is line yourself up with a seasoned realtor and build a network who you can trust.