Do not cut any corners to make something look better on paper but not in reality.  

It is a pain to find a CPA or someone that is confident in dealing with Servicemember's finances when they are not normally the cut and paste LES.

2) Will there be a problem getting rid of this home if want to, is there a standard percentage cut in home value that makes sense for this situation?

For many landlords the credit score of 600 would be the cut off for acceptance; however, much of this would depend on the type of neighborhood your property is in.  

One property had liens from the city mowing the lawn and cutting back weeds and the title insurance company reimbursed me for what I had to pay out.I haven't had any issues. 

I would consult with a property manager in that area, or even check the local listings to test the temperature.Hi @Franco Li the gaming revenue has been cut in half since its peak in 2006.

In case of no payment owner is contacted so utilities are NOT cut off, and utilities can be reverted back to owner, so no frozen pipes or power outages. 

Below are the details:Purchase Price : 215kARV : 310-315kRehab (including materials) : 30-35kMaterials : 12-15kTime to rehab : 4-6 weeksTotal planned holding time : 5-6 monthsBackend realtor commission : 3%The contractor is a friend of mine and wants me to finance the deal including materials and wants to come in with his sweat equity for the rehab.Question : he wants a 30% cut of the profits after deducting selling realtor commission and all holding costs.

I expect to cut my losses on the 2 duds a 10 unit in Cleveland Heights, right by South Euclid and an 8 unit in Shaker Heights.  

Hello everyone,Let's cut to the chase.