If you're looking to do value-added deals out of state, you're decreasing the chances of having a successful experience.

I think rates will decrease at least a little bit. 

I would at least recommend you have them shop a policy for you.One thing we did note is that with hail damage to roofs, they seem to be decreasing coverage/increasing deductibles on that if ever needed.

YoY is up 3.5%.Rentals - Availability by MonthThe number of homes for rent decreased MoM, also bucking the seasonal trend.Rentals - Median Time to RentMedian time to rent increased in November to 30 days.

The city has been trying to decrease density in areas it wants gentrified for a long time. 

(Assuming quality of service doesn’t decrease.)No matter how you look at it, that is a ton of money.

Not being in the country you want to invest is risky. 100% leverage is risky.Lowering your leverage point is one of the easier ways to decrease your risk and therefore increase your odds at success.

Yes  I think the best move here is to asses your total monthly debt and see if a cash out refi will help decrease the total interest and monthly debt obligation.

Better to concentrate on decreasing expenses and saving for now. 

Of course I can increase deductibles or otherwise decrease coverage, but that is only putting off the inevitable expensive insurance claim.