When I did my first house hack in Columbus I showed very low income on taxes. 

Are you planning to rent the entire unit at the 2nd year mark? 

As you get more familiar and develop best practices, you can then go to new construction.I hope this helps.

If the deal is very fat due to our deal finding ability...we will bump up our fees.

Study the market.

Also best type of insurance.

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The seller receiving cash to reinvest or lend and the buyer to receive the payments on the thousands of loans within the MBS.

Buyers don't look for financing and its foreign so they don't jump on a forsale listing on zillow.I've had the best (only) luck with zillow rental adds,   starting with the pitch;  rent to own, live in a great home while you pay off owning it. 

Best, MichelleHey Michelle, Welcome to BP!