Hello,I'm an investor based in Seattle seeking opportunities in markets that offer positive cash flow.

On the other hand, if your passive income is high, having these deductions will definitely help to reduce your taxable income. 

If I’m able to get an offer accepted at below 150, say 130 or 140, and put 20% down, would I be able to pull my money out of it @ the 80% after the appraisal?

The rental market is still extremely hot and prices are high with inventory low, but I have still been managing to cash flow on the new purchases.     

I first became interested in real estate after a high school friend of mine partnered with some people close to him to flip a house where he turned a large profit, especially for a 20 year old.

We searched for several months for a quality manager and are about to bring the individual on-board now during renovations and licensing as you suggest in your post.

My primary house estimate value is around $450k, I still owe $60k for mortgage, and I have $45k in high yields saving now. 

We offered cash to be competitive with the offer, there were 35 offers in 5 days.

We have some high-yield savings accounts at an online bank, as well accounts at our local bank where the interest rates are pathetic.

At the cost, and given the benefits of most mortgage insurance offerings, is it worth it to pay (however much extra it is)?