and on and on and on it goes.. this business has far more up front risk than buying a standing building were it does not move...

So I am at a stand still.

I'll also have three years of financial history to show it's a solid investment.A balloon payment of 3-5 years is pretty common.

Tenants do not have the financial wearwithall to handle roofs, ACs, furnases etc etc.   

@Koob Moua your contract sounds contradictory so you can try, but if they refuse you really dont have anything to stand on.

We're doing pretty well and approaching our primary financial goals, to walk away from our W2 jobs and focus solely on real estate. 

Better to be well prepared financially when jumping into the market as you wouldn't want to lose the property or not be able to maintain it, etc.  

I’m a newbie and looking to get into the REI world, starting off by learning before I make my first purchase (either a rental or flip).I’ve only heard good things about the community and I am looking for education and tips, while limiting risks and avoiding huge financial pitfalls.Thanks in advance, and I am looking forward to this new adventure!

I took financial responsibility for getting units ready to lease and beginning some rehab which they agreed to all funds invested.

Tiller will automatically pull financial transactions from checking accounts and credit cards into a spreadsheet allowing you to then set up a simple financial cost tracking system.