They generally have out of college/construction unseasoned folks doing the paper permit reviews from what I've seen based on the comments that come back. 

I'm looking to purchase my first rental property and have been searching for a deal that would generate positive cash flow based on my projections.

Based on an earlier post it looks like that is not legal in MA correct?

I think both of your strategies have merit, but here’s my take based on what you’ve laid out.Moving to a rent-stabilized apartment and renting out your condo as a mid-term rental could be a smart pivot, especially with its location near a hospital and LGA.

Were based on dubious and unproven speculation, assumptions and best case scenarios2.

I'm also based in California.

Hi Erica, what I've notice is that high-quality (high-priced) washer and dryers don't out perform other based price models in rentals. 

Based on the numbers seems like it was a straight forward conventional loan...any challenges?

By reducing the principal balance, your lender recalculates your monthly payment based on the new, lower balance.How Does Mortgage Recasting Work?

Forgot one detail the new California based lender committed to funding as long as the property isn't in an evacuation warning area.