That is a deal-killer for some groups and others will cut back leverage, so be prepared that way2) Make sure it is with a lender that is licensed in ID, it has some different rules up there so confirming ahead of time would be good.3) Include those monthly escrows into your monthly expense calculation, DSCR lenders do, so make sure you are on the same page4) With that, make sure that the lender you work with will go down to 1.0 on their DSCR if it is going to be tight.Good luck in your decision!

Vacant properties can sometimes be the way to go because you can try and get top market rent, as well as include any fees or protocols that might not be in a standard lease.  

There are a handful of active agents here on BP in the Portland area (including my business partner and I) who would be good places to start.

Hello everyone,My name is Dana Fuller, and I'm an enthusiastic real estate investor with a focus on diverse strategies, including fix-and-flips, wholesaling, rentals, and vacation homes.

If you include a low-maintenance marketing plan into your vacation rental, you’ll attract high-paying guests without constantly grinding to fill your calendar.I’ll get back to that in a minute, but first—let’s talk about your reviews.

Partner Driven provided 100% of the funding, including the $45,000 purchase price and $92,049 renovation budget.

I am considering buying a property in Spokane that includes two separate housing units. 

Either that or gping with my other option of installing a bathroom on the second floor and including it with the garage as an office space.

If they are putting the property in major outlets including WSJ, NYT and sharing the property all over then sometimes its better to pay an extra point, but the 6% is for both buyer and seller.

I posted it on RentRedi who cross posts it on multiple sites including realtor and Zillow.