These typically have higher rates and require anywhere from 20-30% down, which is better than the 50% that you mentioned.

Even then, A/B won't typically work.  3. 

I typically look for properties to flip but I am talking to an off market seller that seems like a good buy and hold opportunity but I have no idea how to run the numbers for rentals. 

Home insurance won't cover a lot of system failures like electrical.Home warranties are designed to make the warranty provider money; they are slow to respond, quick to reject claims, charge you a trip fee for every visit, use the lowest-cost vendors that provide quick-fix solutions, and are generally not worth the paper they are written on.

These properties would be just about breakeven if we decided to move out after one year.Considering all of the other benefits of doing that first deal, do you think it's worth it?

Home is worth $330kThe Second is a Townhome in a student housing development called The Timbers in Tallahassee.Cashflows ~ $1400 monthlyNo Mortgage on this.

Do cash buyers typically shy away from investing in 55+ communities or is this not a barrier? 

Not worth the headache, even if you rent a floor scraper.

Hello, I am thinking about looking to Invest in Austin area single family residential property in the next 6 months to one year.I am also thinking about 3 bedroom 2+ bath which may typically within the range of investment.Since its going to be for Rental, what is the preferred in Austin area for renting out, is it single storey house with 3 bedrooms with 1500+ Sqft or two storey with 2000+ sqft and upstair bedrooms?

I wouldn't even consider this option unless you are getting what the home is worth.