I'm told the rates are close to 2-2.5% higher for an LLC.This throws a wrench in my strategy which is to:1) find and buy properties that are cash flow neutral to positive in the current "high" (relatively-speaking) interest rate environment 2) refinance when interest rates drop to increase cash-on-cash ROI to 10%+.Curious to hear other's experiences on this.

All that really means to you in the long run is that higher interest rates means higher cap rates means lower prices means [perhaps roughly] neutral impact on monthly debt service.Michael

Probably needs to go with a neutral tone.

All transactions like these must go through qualified, neutral third parties.

As long as everything is neutral and looks uniform then I think you are good. 

One slick move is going for a chill decor scheme that's both classy and appeals to pretty much everyone.Think basic with colors like whites, grays, and beige, and get some solid, neutral-colored furniture.

I personally would only put the property into a neutral cash flow position.

Got it, I also anticipated the ozone thing, along with "neutralizer" (won't do much), and finally repainting.Have you heard some tactics on how to get rid of tenants like these?

I would choose something more neutral like Sugar Mountain or Smoky Mountain.

Ideal criteria:1) Cash flow neutral @ 20% down 8% interest rates as a long term rental2) Has option to convert units into short or mid-term rentals to juice up cash flows if I want. 3) Within 1.5 hours driving distance to a larger metro area.