Jacksonville is a great place to invest as I'm sure you've figured out based on your homework.  

Based on what you're describing, I think your going-in criteria is definitely something that is strong *however* your goals may not match what current market reality is.When you say $3200/month payment - do you mean $3200/month before or after accounting for potential future rental income from your tenants in the other units? 

I would let him know that any unused rent money would be refunded, along with his deposit, assuming he meets the lease requirements.Personal opinion based on the information shared.

We're all basing our answers on the limited information you've shared.

Then I'd ask myself if the monthly payment would cash flow based on rental comps.

Maybe we can call it the "Ohio Cartel" lol@Pradeep VelugubantlaBeen based in Toledo for 10+ years now.Updside:1) Low entry, high cashflow2) Blue collar employed tenants that pay rent3) Homes well kept4) Certain pockets have infrastructure that supports tenant and homeowner demandDownside:1) Tertiary market with declining population from a macro standpoint2) Not much upside from an appreciation standpoint3) Unsophisticated work force.

Looked at dozens of SFHs online and ran the numbers, ARV not high enough, renovation costs going over, and making offers based on video tours, sight unseen has been challenging.

Any input on a number you use to create a high level estimate to finish a basement based on square footage?

@Cameron RileyYes HUD has screened them based on their standards but you can have your own screening standards which they won’t qualify for.

Workers Compensation (workers comp. law/rules are state based.