This criteria is for 1-4 and 5-8 unit programs.I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23DSCR lenders generally let you vest either individually or as an LLC.

I also have a partner with a full time job and great credit score as well, so maybe my best option would be to include him and have him apply for the mortgage.

Which would require you bringing ~$25k to close. your plan seems smart and based in the reality of our current economic conditions.if you would like additional info about what's available in my midwest market, including analysis of possible acquisitions, reach out to me.

What brand were the washer/dryer?

I would not recommend doing major renos when you are a brand new investor and are investing out of state. 

Hi Ayyoub Research is the key, Conduct thorough market research to understand why the competing property is listed at a lower rent, Consider any improvements or upgrades that could enhance the appeal of your property to potential tenants, If you're unable to match the lower rental rate of the competing property, consider other incentives to attract tenants, such as offering a shorter lease term, including utilities in the rent, or providing additional amenities.Hope it helps.

After the collections I have a 640 credit score and it hasn't moved for a few months.I rented a property with a few friends for a year and after move out we were charged with over 6000 $ in B.S damages including 5k to repaint all the interior walls of the home due to a few minor marks.

A good Realtor should be able to explain the Closing Disclosure (including closing costs) to you line by line, but really your lender is responsible for educating you on your closing costs inc. their fees, prepaids, points, etc.

@John Aaron I'm guessing that you might be using the 2-T (NC standard contract), which includes default language that the contract cannot be assigned.

Have bought hundreds of property at auctions, including the first property I bought (detailed in Bigger Pockets Podcast #82) and the very first thing is you have to know value.