Unfortunately without utilities on, many surprises can arise.

It's a bit surprising how far your budget will or will not go depending on what areas you are looking at. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

However, I'd be surprised if you weren't able to make house hacking a duplex work numbers-wise in medium-sized markets and larger, especially if you are willing to set up the vacant side as an STR in a travel market with reasonable STR regulations.

The experience has been great: very smooth and straightforward with no surprises.

I've been searching through furnished finder to get an idea of MTR rates, and I was surprised to see just how many listings were available throughout the city.

If you haven't already gotten a lender preapproval and you haven't found an agent, I would do those things, and you'd be surprised how quickly things could start moving from there.If you want to buy two separate properties, buy your primary residence first with a FHA loan or low down payment conventional loan.

What really surprises me is that people are seeking advice from Mr.

I'm surprised to hear that.

You will be surprised to see how much money you are losing and dig deeper as to the reason behind it.Monthly analyze your reports, compare Profit & Loss Previous Year, budgets, forecast and more.