In several markets I follow there has been a HUGE increase in taxes year over year for the past several years.

You may need to increase or decrease the expenses based on your situation.

However, it’s important to ensure the seller is comfortable with the terms and that the property cash flow can support the agreed-upon monthly payments.Seller financing can be a good strategy to grow your portfolio with less initial capital, especially if you're able to increase the property's value through improvements (forcing appreciation).

We will create a unique website for each property which will increase its desirability.

Very difficult to identify 2% deals in areas where you can consistently collect rent with any kind of predictability. 

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

I also assume you’re investing in an area with increasing rents so look at 3-5 years out with increased rents an it better cashflow well if rent isn’t stagnant. 

That housing stock is new enough and you will probably not be dealing with a lower asset class which will increase tenant caused maintenance in the long term. 

Debt Reduction - at the very least, another human being is paying down your mortgage and increasing your equity.

Be frugal, have a budget and use your time to increase your income