I want my children to attend good school there and that comes at a cost.

Scenario 1:Rate: 9.375%Monthly Payment: $1,185.31Closing Cost: $12,768.53Broker Fees: $2,417Lender Fees: $2,170Cost to Buy Rate Down: $0Escrow Fees: $2,797.501 Year Hazard Insurance: $1,044Impound Account: $1,598.04Appraisal Fee: $500Down Payment: $48,000 + $10,526.54 (30% down + closing costs)Total Cash to Close: $58,526.54Scenario 2:Rate: 8.875%Monthly Payment: $1,144.87Closing Cost: $12,768.53Broker Fees: $2,417Lender Fees: $2,170Cost to Buy Rate Down (1%): $1,120Escrow Fees: $2,797.501 Year Hazard Insurance: $1,044Impound Account: $1,598.04Appraisal Fee: $500Down Payment: $48,000 + $11,646.54 (30% down + closing costs)Total Cash to Close: $59,646.54Scenario 3:Rate: 8.625%Monthly Payment: $1,124.87Closing Cost: $12,206.54Broker Fees: $2,417Lender Fees: $2,170Cost to Buy Rate Down (1.5%): $1,680Escrow Fees: $2,797.501 Year Hazard Insurance: $1,044Impound Account: $1,598.04Appraisal Fee: $500Down Payment: $48,000 + $12,206.54 (30% down + closing costs)Total Cash to Close: $60,206.54Scenario 4:Rate: 8.375%Monthly Payment: $1,105.03Closing Cost: $12,768.53Broker Fees: $2,417Lender Fees: $2,170Cost to Buy Rate Down (2%): $2,240Escrow Fees: $2,797.501 Year Hazard Insurance: $1,044Impound Account: $1,598.04Appraisal Fee: $500Down Payment: $48,000 + $12,768.53 (30% down + closing costs)Total Cash to Close: $60,768.53Which of these options do you think is most suitable, given that I plan to pay off the loan sooner rather than later?

I'd suggest asking your lender to mock up what it would cost to get your rate to 5% and then do a cost-benefit analysis to determine if that's the best use of your funds. 

@Aj Yorkjust to be blunt - out of state is tougher than advertised, and cash flow is difficult in any market, even supposed "lower cost" markets like KC. 

Also, they state that if I'm found to have violated these peoples Human Rights, that I can lose my other Low Income Housing Tax Credits (aka Section 8 at my other property).The complaints also state that these individuals suffered "anguish" forEven if we decided to fight this, which we probably would have a decent chance at winning, it will cost me thousands in lawyer hourly billings vs. just paying out a settlement to these people.At this point, my lawyer has filed an extension with NY Division of Human Rights and should be reaching out to the non-profit behind all of this mess some point soon.It sucks because it will be more expensive to fight it and win, than to just take the L and pay them out a settlement.

Go to trulia and run median rent and SFR costs based on the 100.  

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Key metrics include After Repair Value (ARV), Repair Costs, and Maximum Allowable Offer (MAO).

I know a few places that do this but they are short term and are costly but it can be done.

They can help you understand the neighborhoods, the rental market, and any potential risks.Focus on Neighborhoods with Growth Potential: Look for areas with good rental demand and potential for appreciation.