Banks requires (2) months copies of your checking or account for the down payment.If you get the cash into the account 3 months prior it will "not" show as a large deposit that you have to source and show it came from a personal loan which then causes no issues in underwriting.

There are soo many scams out there you need someone to watch out for you and the tenants.Also keep in mind a local manager should also have great vendors relationships that prioritize their work orders. 

Remember that, while affordability is crucial, full coverage should be prioritized to avoid underinsurance in the event of a major disaster.

Prioritize the lender that communicates well and actually answers your questions correctly and in a timely manner.

I'll say doing your research on landlord-tenant laws is crucial, consider property management if you're not into self managing your property, secure financing, crunch the numbers and prioritize location and property condition when searching.

Prioritize your financial situation, the local market, and interest rates.In conclusion, there are unique considerations for every investing approach.

Ultimately, prioritize financial stability and future plans in your decision-making.Thank you.

Assuming there are no federal or state liens, the county tax liens will be the most senior, the city will be next, and then the rest of the liens will be prioritized in the chronological order they were recorded. 

You will need to collect rental applications, complete tenant screenings and approve your future tenants.Additionally, you will need to prioritize tenant screening.

To all my experienced investors, would route would you recommend I prioritize first?