So, if interest rates are a buyer’s primary roadblock, then I recommend negotiating a rate buydown at a seller’s expense or looking at new construction, where builders are offering rate reductions and other substantial incentives.What if I’m a seller?

Jillian,You can solve two problems with just using a DSCR program to refinance pull cash out and then close in an LLC. 

If, for example, you are lending money, which involves few transactions, then select a custodian that charges by the transaction.

If they didn’t, then they’re simply not being professional.

Then, if you’ll indulge me, I’d love to pitch an alternative idea that might align with your goals—especially since you’re 3+ hours away and planning to use a management company.The Good: Renting to college students can be a goldmine for cash flow.

It's also nice that they have their own recommended insurer, those rates are much lower then what I would pay up in the northeast. 

Money in your pocket then.

Hey Chris,If she was to buy it then he'd get even more money, although I guess maybe her cost would be far lower to finance with low down payment.

The ratio of each starts higher with interest expense in the first month and then higher with principal in the last month. 

Quote from @Landon Sheveland: Curb appeal to attract attention, then kitchens and bathrooms are usually the most important areas to focus on.