Looking at purchase a first home but the issue is the homes we’d like to invest into in our area are far too expensive.

He didn't ask for any upfront fees but does require payment for loan insurance.

Even moving a half hour away will require new contractors, PM, agent, etc.

Avoiding a 35% down is going to require a very profitable deal or cash flow on the property. 

Requiring a wire is another red flag. #1 seems relatively normal

Best,Jayson TuliaoThat's a great credit score but pretty much all lenders and loans will require some of your money in the deal.

Next, what minimum requirements to lease are you putting out there?

Tenant has caused physical damage to the property (the interior is overall trashed, the latest damage is to the exterior siding around the main entrance as if from someone wanted to break in)Thank you everyone in advance for your input on this.QUESTIONS:1) Notice to Quit - The new lease signed with our tenant included the following clause: "If tenant breaches this lease for any reason, tenant understands and agrees that tenant has waived or given up tenant's right to a notice to move out unless a different period for providing notice is required by local ordinance or is stated here:..."

As Texas doesn't require licenses for GCs, I'm not sure how this will work as I don't have a license that could potentially transfer over. 

In my state AC is not required for accommodations.