It also depends on loans that you are trying to qualify for depending on credit, experience, and other factors.

Leveraging sphere, networking, you tube, ie www.KennsRadio.com more to follow... i am creating a course to show how its done woot!

I've looked at 5+ unit deals in your area (a few years ago) and I've connected with local credit unions that are open to lending on them.

Or depending on your total assets, including invested, qualify you on assets and credit alone.

DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

However, there are other strategies you can consider to optimize your tax situation:Maximize Deductions: Ensure you're fully utilizing all deductible expenses related to your rentals, such as maintenance, repairs, property management fees, and travel expenses to the properties.Depreciation: Make sure you're taking full advantage of depreciation on the properties, which can significantly reduce taxable income.Cost Segregation Study: For larger properties, a cost segregation study can accelerate depreciation on certain parts of the property, offering more upfront tax savings.1031 Exchange: If you're considering selling any properties, a 1031 exchange allows you to defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting the proceeds into another rental property.Energy-Efficient Improvements: Tax credits may be available for making energy-efficient improvements to your properties.Rod

.- Use cost segregation studies to expedite depreciation of your properties to offset large income gains.Entity Structure- Choose appropriate legal structure (LLC, partnership, or S corporation) with consideration for different tax implications.Tax Credits- Explore available credits, like energy-efficient or historic rehabilitation credits.Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction- Check eligibility for QBI deduction, providing up to a 20% deduction on qualified business income.Record Keeping- Keep accurate and organized records for tax compliance and audits.State and Local Taxes- Consider varying state and local tax implications, including property and income tax rates.Tax Planning- Engage in proactive tax planning, consulting with professionals for a comprehensive strategy.Tax Changes- Stay informed about changes in federal, state, and local tax laws affecting real estate investments.Remember to consult a real estate tax professional for personalized advice based on your specific situation.

For the lenders that do a 0 with decent credit you will need to put down 15% - 20% on a bridge loan and that's with 720+ credit.More than that though, you need to understand the capital requirements. 

Hi @Rebecca Busch I am local to NC and we offer basic courses on real estate taxes.

You'd need to connect with an architect like Samuel or a structural engineer.You can of course install a hatch, but make sure someone who knows what they are doing from a roof standpoint does it.Happy to chat in more detail if that would help.