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Explore articles, forums, podcasts, and connect with experienced investors who have gone through similar journeys.Understand Local Market: Research the real estate market in Missouri, especially in areas where duplexes are prevalent.

I also require:Rent + Monthly Debt <= 45% of GROSS monthly incomeExample: So, someone making $6,000 per month ($72,000 per year) meets the initial income requirement BUT if they have a $750 car loan, $250 child support payment, and $250 credit card payment $1250 total then $1680 (rent) + $1250 (monthly debt) <= 45% x $6000 (monthly income)$2930 <=$2700 (DENIED)

However, I've been having difficulty renting one of the rooms because I've noticed some of the potential renters are either super particular, end up wanting to live on their own or with one other person (I have one room currently rented), flake, or come up with an excuses for not meeting with me. 

I am a Chicago native and local mortgage lender and investor.Is the STR you are inquiring about going to be your first property?

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

In my local market (SE Michigan) construction costs have gone up but home prices have fallen.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Depending on local law, you may be able to get a bond in lieu of probate from a title company if you can tie the brother to the property as the other living heir.

The new government is revoking these rules but only to transfer the decision to the local authorities.