Generally, applying any monies received to fees first leaves the deficit as "rent".

@ Rich NgHave you had much trouble with section 8 over the years vs. your market rate tenants ?

Oh and the economy, interest rates and buying sentiment matter too!!

It will tell you how much loan you can access and the interest rate. 

I can fund the deal, but it will be a real push with time/energy (this will be my first year owning STRs).

Jumping into your first house flip?

Some of the new build SFHs are very affordable with in-house lender rates.

Make sure your first rental cash flows well by running the numbers as if you were buying it today.

A "kiddie condo" is the concept of buying a residential property with "owner occupied" rate financing made possible by having an adult child living in it, if only while they're in college or single.

In looking to get better rates, I had an insurance company give me a quote.