But it is always better to buy than rent in my opinion, so I bought the best investment I could find based on my knowledge at the time.Sorry for the long-winded response!

The information provided is for general knowledge based on my experience and should not be considered tax or legal advice.

DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

Any one of us could give you our two cents on the math of it, but only you can decide if it makes sense based on what your specific goals are. personally, i paid points on my house because my goal was lowest possible monthly payment.

They have had many drawbacks in the past but they are quick to put out new features and do actually make changes based on comments in the forums.

I have seen loan qualifications based solely on passive investment income from rental properties, social security/disability payments, pension payments, etc. 

I’m based in Portland, Oregon, where residential investing seems challenging due to landlord-unfriendly policies and negative cash flow on higher-quality properties.

Many times the tenants are income based and pay 20-40% wherein only 60-80% may be guaranteed.Aside from the rent percentage issue is pride of ownership.

Hi Derek,Based out of Surrey, BC and thinking of investing in the states as well.

Even with that, I think we will still be way ahead. 2 bed, 1 bath, 1200sq/ft, detached 1 car garagePurchase Price: $38,000Repairs: $20,000ARV: $96,000 (based off Zillow, but a local real estate agent thought that was pretty accurate)Mortgage: $430Insurance: $55Trash Included: $25Rent: $1,000We are now going through applications for our first tenant.