My tenants just want 5 things: a place to drink beer after a work, a place to cook dinner, a place to do laundry, place to shower, place to sleep. 

I don’t drink coffee and the lines at Starbucks make me insane when wifey has me drive her through.

If you’re ever willing to grab a drink and chat just let me know!

Judging by this thread it will receive “mixed reviews” lol

According to most insurance companies, the following are the more common “Dangerous Breeds” or “Blacklisted Breeds”: Pit Bulls & Staffordshire TerriersDoberman PinschersRottweilersChowsGreat DanesPresa CanariosAkitasAlaskan MalamutesGerman ShepherdsSiberian HuskiesWolf-hybridsOr a mix of any of the aboveThis conversation usually brings out comments about how these animals are great house pets, it all depends on the owner, etc.

I would caution you not to get so focused on the tax benefits of rentals and focus on how you build a good mix of strategies that allow for cash flow and wealth accumulation.

We want to maintain ample reserves until our unit mix allows us to offset the risks a little more.

@Sean Alvarez you mention mixed-use?

Are there any cardinal rules like don’t mix rustic with contemporary in different rooms?

KC is a good area for a mix of cash flow plus potential appreciation and the market has seen 6% growth year over year.I'd connect with a realtor who works with investors in the area and have them set you up with auto notifications when properties that meet your criteria hit the market.You can get solid SFH in the $125-$200k range in KC