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

If your property went up in value, overvalued, more than surrounding properties, you should contact your tax assessor and get the forms to  file an appeal.

Any info on what you think can be helpful for the LPs is greatly appreciated.

I require proof of income, and verify it by contacting the human resources department of their employer in writing. 

Any info is appreciated greatly.

Maybe ask for contacts with the PM and talk with them.  

Hard to give good advice without more info, but since You are single no kids it's hard to beat buying a single family fixer upper and living in it for two years and then selling for tax free profits....I'm a big fan of Waltham these days $.02 

But i was looking into taking one for a rental and it sounds thats deductible, which i then saw info where it sounds deducting from primary works too.

DM me, and I will send you contacts for attorneys, lenders, and accountants they have previously used.

IF you decide to move forward in Memphis, recommend buying the first one turnkey to get you going.You'll learn a lot about rentals and the market with the first one.THEN, if you like results you can look for agents & PMCs to help you buy more and save the 20-30% markup you mentioned.Recommend you also read below info to set your expectations correctly:_________________________________________________________________________We think the Midwest is a GREAT place for OOS investors to consider!