There's no need for additional house to build etc etc...Also if one is building house, they wouldn't the one that buy it, they would prefer to live in neighborhood that's safe and friendly to them.

Oh, and if you're living in the duplex yourself there are additional considerations like 121 exclusion and home-office expenses and depreciation. 

Many lenders will charge additional rate increase if loan is under $150K.

Thats perfect addition to his reviews. 

Additionally, what are your thoughts on doing a vacation rental as your first investment property?

Curious if any tax pro's out there know if capital gains from sell of SFH rental property is included "Provisional Tax" for SSA tax purposes.Thanks,Paul

@Kim Porciuncula we manage almost 700 doors, around 100 of them S8 and have clients from 11 different countries.You'll probably also need assistance with setting up an ITIN, Michigan LLC, corresponding EIN and opening a USA bank account - we have a tax attorney that can handle all that.PM us for additional assistance.

@Ruchi Patel if the walls need repair from damage, like painter will itemize special primer or cleaner so crayons don’t bleed through, then my understanding is you can charge them for that part of the job, but only if it’s an additional charge above the normal paint job fee.

Bedrooms furnished upon request for additional rent. 

So, after paying off the mortgage,  would net $58k (and wouldn't pay capital gains taxes as I have so many losses from previous years).