I thought it would depend on bank appetite but I've heard back that vacancy isn't an issue so long as the property is self sustaining as is.I think there's a fine line between filling an open spot and resurrecting a dying center though.

A broker will also shop different lenders for you, and different brokers have varying access/relationship with their partnering lenders.

Depending on the state, its either a mortgage or a deed of trust.  

Depending on the law where you are, you can give an MTM tenant as little as 30 days to vacate for any reason.

Ultimately, the decision will depend on your personal preferences, financial goals, and risk tolerance.

It depends.

I assume her credit history shows that she's making that mortgage payment dependably.

Hello experienced BP REIs, do you have any recommendations for DECENT, DEPENDABLE, HONEST and RELIABLE EXPERT CONTRACTORS (you've worked with in the past) in the HOUSTON, TX. area?

You would start first with a hard money loan-Hard money lenders vary on their underwriting guidelines but generally they are looking for:1.

House hacking under $500k is definitely possible, but just depends on your long term goal.