These deductions can significantly reduce your taxable income.

Banks are paranoid about debt to income ratios, and I can't find an insurer for a rental.

While some states may have more business-friendly tax systems, others may not have any income tax at all.5.

Employment drivers of areaCrime of areaMedian household incomeCurrent rent to income ratios, and if value-add deal stabilized rent to income ratiosAnticipated hold periodLength of LoanI/O or AmortizingCapex items and "what happens if you have to hold longer than anticipated?  

House hacking is one of the most popular strategies you can take and it can be a great way to build wealth and generate passive income, but it's important to have a long-term plan in place.

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with zero or negative relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.

However, more than 4 units will be appraised on income approach and these can be very profitable.Good luck

Secondly, DSCR loans offer favorable terms and lower risks, as they assess the property's ability to generate sufficient income to cover debt obligations.

Real estate investing is normally done by the "white collar" professional because they have the incomes.  

. - No state income tax. 3.