Areas prone to drought and wildfire probably have increased dwelling premiums also.That being said, if this is normal in those areas, the rent should probably cover those expenses without too much trouble.  

Parent own a floor covering store.

Ill have to look up the information or contact the real estate agent again and see if I can send you the details.As far as im aware, this bank will provide loans that cover the initial cost of the rental property plus expenses that need to be covered for fixing the place up.

The security deposit is there to cover damages you find after the tenant moves out.  

Took me a long time to learn how to screen properly.Neat idea, but easy shortcuts always come with strings @Leah Bonner.

Now the even smarter way to househack is to make sure that not only your monthly mortgage payment is paid for by the other tenants monthly rent, but if you find a good enough deal, maybe you might make even more each month even after the mortgage is paid, hopefully cover some utilities.  

I would start off with fewer units (around 18) then large complexes later unless there are plenty of homes that have tri-plexus and four-plexus that are occupied will cover your debt payments and possibly allows you to live there if your situation would allow you to possibly live there.  

We will go out on a limb and “Bet you don’t have them all” regarding the lease provisions that Mark Zinman will cover.

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Hi Nicholas, I'm new too and I also read the real estate for dummies book cover to cover recently!