Happy to share insights and compare notes!

In my experience it's easier to liquidate single family homes compared to other asset classes, that's why I like them better.

I would find a loan officer that does both conventional and FHA renovation loans to compare which has better rates and terms for your situation.

Looking at this past week's CMI, it's interesting to see the buyer/seller positioning in the SE-ish area compared to the NW-ish area with rates high 6's in JanuaryStill bullish on W/NW future demand due to TSMC factory and other companies (dashboard snapshot below) but time will tell.

@Alecia Loveless is correct--tenants need access 24/7 to their electric service panel, water and heat, assuming those are individual utilities for each unit. 

Direction Cracks that run diagonally or horizontallyCracks that run at a 45-degree angleOther signs Cracks that appear suddenlyMultiple cracks, especially if clustered togetherCracks that widen over timeDoors and windows that don't close properlySagging ceilings or leaning wallsSigns of water leakage  -------------------------------------Just annoying stuff...fun, huh?

The cost associated with insurance for not having 20% is peanuts compared to what you potentially can do leveraging your down payment. 

Compare my bottom line to those who claim it's fine to invest where you get a $100 a month cash flow and sometimes actually even get rent. ;-) IMHO Thank you so much for your insight.

What is the speed of the internet, is it hot water (international property holders), is it AC.These basic clear descriptive items are great because if the price is fair and it clearly states the benefits.

If your rent ends up being comparable to your current mortgage, it might not give you the cash flow flexibility you’re hoping for.