Assuming they're telling the truth what are my options.

Keeping it broad gives you options.

Things like neighborhood trends, tenant demand, and financing options will shape your strategy more than a basic 1% rule analysis.2.

•If there’s high competition (many active rentals in the area), you won’t be able to price at the top of the market since tenants will have plenty of options.3.

You will need to check with the city/building inspector to determine your options first.

I updated the bathroom/porch in the spring, and am finishing construction on a 2-stall garage (the previous garage was basically a large shed that I could not fit much in).Moving forward I am considering one of the following options to put my money and build equity:1.

Consider exploring financing options like FHA loans and refinancing as the city grows.

I guess my only other option is to add padlocks onto the cash boxes on top of the regular keyed entry.

You pay your agent at closing (think of it as an additional closing cost) Depending of the situation and of these options can be used by you and your agent to negotiate with the seller.

With your focus in using house hacking, Conventional or FHA loans would be your best options.