page=LoadVirtualDoc&BookmarkID=6536) that capped annual increases to the Taxable Value of a property to the lower of 5% or Michigan's Cost of Living increase.

While rates may not decrease, the significant double-digit increases should level off.

Adding a 1/2 bath, new roof, central air or other typical improvements will increase the value of the property. 

After closing, work on increasing your income, reducing debt, and preparing for a second mortgage.

I recommend you do this annually to adjust for utility increases and other variables.

Towson things will be nicer but the purchase price will increase. 

Pros - guaranteed rent, tenants stay longer on averageCons - more mgmt needed (lease violations), they tend to not take great care of properties (increase maintenance expense or deferred maintenance)

Its a nice little cheat/loophole on the mortgage side that can help afford a larger home pice and increase your chances of getting a home or other loans.If you have any questions feel free to reach out I am always happy to help and go over the basics.

The problem is, that's not proper accounting because a credit card is a liability, and doing this workaround will reduce your assets rather than increase your liabilities, which totally messes up your balance sheet and debt-to-income ratios.  

@Jadan WilliamsIf I were in your shoes, I’d start by clearly defining my investment goals and identifying target markets with strong job growth, population increases, and development potential.