A landlord does not need to provide a reasonable accommodation for an emotional support animal when:The property is an owner-occupied building with four or fewer unitsThe property is a single-family home sold or rented by the owner without the use of an agentThe emotional support animal poses a risk to the health or safety of other people, or a risk of substantial damage to property (but this risk must be specific to the animal and cannot be based solely on assumptions about the animal’s breed)"Definitely have a chat with a local attorney to ensure your local laws apply, nonetheless since its an owner occupant, it sounds like you have some recourse to deny this request. 

While rent prices are expected to rise, the increase will be modest, reflecting broader market stabilization efforts and economic conditions​.DisclaimerThe information provided in this forecast is based on data and analysis from multiple sources.

Income approach: Used for income producing properties and the valuation is based on the income and expenses of the property. 3.

From closing on the land to move in day is going to be 6 months minimum based on anything I've seen.  

I understand that I should have a separate bank account from my personal checking/savings, but based on my research, this first deal won't necessarily provide cashflow with me living in one of the units (it will when I move out).

Thanks Yes you can easily on a DSCR based loan. 

Based on the initial information provided, I agree with @Kristine Ann that there does not seem to be enough spread between the asking price and sales comp, considering the work that needs to be do. 

On paper what you're describing might sound doable - but it sounds like your perspective on REI is based off of knowledge of only the "good parts" Managing and owning rentals (yes, even with a PM & price point of sub $50k) comes with its own challenges and headaches. 

I am looking at conventional loans, and as you said, scaling becomes very difficult based on the first method of calculating DTI, especially if you are in an expensive market.

All the best,Diego most of the good ones won't touch less than 100 units and even that is for new construction. hate to be the bearer of bad news. we are looking at ground up condo deals with entitlements and I reached out to a few HOAs based on larger towers and the best will cost more than it'll be worth.