as an out-of-state investor (First investment property).

I just want to give a huge thank you to @Colleen Goldstein for helping us buy our first rental property!

Smokers are not considered a "protected class" (ie: race/gender/age/etc).The lease the tenant signed prior to us acquiring the property says nothing about smoking either way.  

(Hopefully, still finding the right property)I’m looking at several properties around Anderson, SC.

And planning on doing it this year for our new property.

Hone your Excel skills by creating pro-formas to practice your 1% rule underwriting while never touring a single property 4.

Hey BP, I help a lot of new investors and Househackers get their first property and I see people running into similar mistakes.

We move fast and look at a LOT of properties when we are actively buying.

Many successful real estate investors know the secret of finding and buying off-market properties.

Since refinancing and investment income (like rental income) usually aren’t seen as earned income, it likely won’t affect your mom’s survivors' benefits.However, if your mom’s survivors' benefits are based on disability (SSDI), then additional financial or property assets could trigger a review, so you might want to consult a CPA or financial advisor to be sure there are no unintended consequences.This isn't legal advice.