I suspect in most mortgages the Borrower entering into this type of agreement without the written consent of the prior lender would be a default.What debt coverage ratio do you think would be fair considering the risk? 

That was March of 2020, needless to say we didn't buy or sell our house as the world fell apart...but I had entered into the world of real estate and started to ask new questions.

If they purchase their own policy, I enter their information and cancel my policy for that unit.

There’s simply less demand for them compared to larger properties.

I don' think anyone is suggesting that simply managing these 9 properties is enough.

Also there are a lot of investors entering this market which makes it more competitive. 

look for land with owner financing And I am sure you know this but location and safety will be paramount in the Jackson market there are simply areas the crime is far to high for this to be successful..

You’re able to learn the basics of a real estate investment with lower risk and build equity at the same time.Because you're in the military, you'll be able to enter a property with 0% down which means you can leverage your money way more effectively. 

Tell the tenant (assuming you smell the skunk weed) they have 30 days to get out of Dodge.BTW, if the don't open the door, use your key and enter because you feel there is a possible fire emergency inside. 

@Greg P. congratulations on making a decision to enter real estate investing.