Removing or lowering those LLPA's would level the playing field in terms of pricing, but making investment property loans more affordable is not going to help decrease prices. 

Equity Partner BuyoutConsider an equity partner to help fund renovations in exchange for a share of the profits, reducing your risk and investment.STR seems like a solid option, but these alternative strategies give you flexibility depending on how things play out. 

LLC's are welcomed, no DTIs, and less paperwork...happy to connect.Also check out this BP article that explains how DSCRs play into BRRRRs: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/brrrr-loans-what-are-the-...

Even a typical water heat replacement would set you back signficantly.There's plenty to the puzzle that i am unaware of but with what you've outlined here i would consider passing on the property.you know you need managementyou know you need to remove at least one tenantyou know cashflow is meager after considering management.i personally wouldn't recommend a client take on the risk for such a paltry pay out out of state.Even when considering long term appreciation the average amount of headache one assumes with a property will bog you down before the long term play pays off.

With rental real estate, you can usually deduct up to $25,000 in passive losses, like depreciation and expenses, if you actively participate in the rental activity.But here’s where income comes into play: if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) is $100,000 or less, you can take the full $25,000 deduction.

This property also plays a strategic role in the broader development project for the area, which includes 12 patio homes and two duplexes.

And we are flirting with exactly that, we see it playing out in actions.

@Catherine Curtsinger To play a little devil’s advocate I have been house hacking for 30 years.

Their goals and upcoming upcoming purchases may come into play. 

Like with anywhere else: location, pricing and the overall house you intend to build will play a factor in your profits.