Only issue is the debt service coverage ratio is about 1.0 piti (20% down) will end up at about 2400/mo rent is likely 2400-2500.There is some value add work which can be done in terms bringing the finished basement up to fire code so it can be considered living space.What do y’all think.

I am in town looking at infill lots for our floorplan and build to rent product offering. looking to connect with anyone who is here and can meet us at some of the lots. we specialize in affordable housing units for rent and resale and build on scattered site infill. looking at the greater tampa metro with 5-6 counties all together. please send me a message if so while we are down here I have some questions mostly relating to utilities, frontage requirements, setback requirements, typical build times, and areas of most interest. we do this in Columbus Ohio right now but aren't seeing a lot of interest from institutions which is our main target. 

I have a listing for one that I think could be converted into a duplex plus a small mobile home park, but I don't know the clearance for services and the dwellings required in Texas. 

It seems like some of these would be buffered by using a credible loan servicer.

Put out signs and lockboxes for realtors.Cold call for a realtor or investor.Create a handyman or property preservation business.Become a notary, so you can close real estate transactions.Go to work for a courthouse data service, so you're looking at and recording the posted data for them.Work for an apartment complex leasing apartments or doing maintenance.Work for a property manager doing make ready.Do anything and everything in construction.Become a home inspector willing to work weekends.Work as a sales rep or helper for a builder.Probably all these positions could use someone that wants to work nights and weekends.   

For example, there are plenty of people, including accountants, trying to sell their services on BP (granted with various competencies...).Even if you did a "sales" job, there is still paperwork and analysis to be done.  

My main focus right now is build to rent multi family houses in central Houston.

What are the main lending struggles and/or questions you have?

So increase NOI, then you can back into a rough number on what your loan proceeds will be based on your forecast debt service upon refi.

My team services all those areas you are interested in, let me know if I can help you find your next deal.