I'm a recent college grad myself, and I am currently saving up for a down payment on my first house hack.

To find competitive pricing, look into the rental prices of nearby multifamily properties that are comparable to yours.Take into account all of the running costs, such as insurance, maintenance, taxes on the property, utilities (if not individually metered), and, if necessary, property management fees.Take into account the principle and interest payments associated with your mortgage.

-what type of low down payment financing options do I have outside of FHA?

Documentation is Key Gather all the communication you've had with the contractor, records of payments, and any information about the work done.

The number of properties needed to generate $15k in net profit each month can vary greatly depending on several factors:Purchase price and down payment: More expensive homes require higher initial investment, but may also generate higher rental income.

Personal Property: $30,000                    Personal Liability: $300,000                    Replacement Cost: Included                    Medical Payments: $1000                    Loss of Use: $6,000                    Property Damage to Others: $500                    Mold Property Damage: $10000                   Mold Liability: $50000                  Tenant Pet Damage: $500                  Additional Interest: Myself (the landlord)2) With above coverage added to renter insurance, do I make it mandatory for the tenant to have a separate pet liability insurance?

@Drew Markert Congratulations on your recent acquisition (many never get started).Making sure you have an aggressive payment plan for the credit card(s(, as this is extremely important so that when you want to REFI your DTI is where it needs to be and that you can rinse and repeat relatively quickly. 

The rents will cover the home mortgage and the car payment. 

The note holder collects the remaining payments due on his note from the treasury bond coupons.6.

This is how bank originated debt works in the apartment scenario you describe: The lender collects their origination fees and debt service payments are then collected priorty every month until the loan is paid off.