If not, you may have to qualify with the full mortgage payment against your debt to income ratio, including the new home that you are looking to purchase.From a tax standpoint, you may want to speak with @Natalie Kolodij. 

Paint, Plumbing, Roof, Flooring, appliances.B- neighborhood.55,750 down payment + 20k in repairs.  75750 all in.Median rent for the neighborhood is 2k.532 cash flow.I already asked them to drop the price by 15k for us to remain in the deal. 

Have you considered tapping into your existing rental equity for the down payment?

Plus, I'd prefer to take baby steps before investing out of state where I could better afford a 25% down-payment.

At which point our evaluation should rise on the community for closer to $4,000,000.00We've enjoyed digitizing all payments, streamlining service, as well as infilling new homes.

At which point our evaluation should rise on the community for closer to $4,000,000.00We've enjoyed digitizing all payments, streamlining service, as well as infilling new homes.

Be aware if their payment is clearly labeled "for rent only" or similar, and in that case, only apply it to rent. 

The longer term loans would have lowered your monthly payments and decreased the costs.As for rent, each year you need to look at rents in the area to decide how much you will be increasing the rent by. 

Many Gen Z buyers, however, are still in the process of securing their down payment funds or comparing loan options when they start making offers, putting them at a significant disadvantage.Looking AheadDespite these challenges, Gen Z homeownership demand remains strong.

Local Investment StrategiesHouse Hacking: Given the affordable entry prices, Albuquerque can be a great place to start house hacking, especially near the university areas.BRRRR: For those familiar with the Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat method, there are opportunities in Albuquerque to purchase under-valued properties, especially in areas undergoing gentrification.Airbnb/Short Term Rentals: As previously mentioned, the city's rich cultural appeal can make certain properties lucrative for short-term rentals.