I think it's very dependent on the property and market. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

It depends on your financial strength, the quality of the property, how many properties you own, etc.I like to start with one significant expense and three months of vacancy.

As others have mentioned, DSCR loans are generally for turnkey rentals (although outdated rentals may still qualify depending on the level of deferred maintenance). 

Please note the information provided below is a layman's definition designed to provide a basic understanding for the general audience.

@Brett Henricks - I attended a large DST provider's conference last week, and asked around about Crew to other Investment Advisors...nothing remotely positive was said.

Most of our out of state investors in Pittsburgh find success depending on their expectations.

Contact the utility provider and get a historical average based on the last year of use.

The sale of our home will provide us with approximately $150,000 to allocate toward investments.At this stage, we feel most comfortable focusing on long-term rentals.

These can provide good cash flow and are easier to manage than larger commercial properties, especially when you're just starting out.Also, when I was starting, I found local meetups super helpful.