I've heard I might need to buy with cash, which confuses me.Could this lead to issues with the closing process, such as problems with deed recording or property assessment?

Both are cash flow positive.Any thoughts or comments on these above?

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I would not anticipate much turnover so could be good cash flow over the long run, the question is the long-term appreciation… depends on your strategy and weather you’d be managing themselves or relying on unknown local property manager, contractors, etc.

I'm looking at home equity loans for another rental property we own currently.More than likely, we'll have to put the property back on the market and find some cash to cover the difference between current construction draws and sale price.It's an expensive mistake - but we'll be back again to fight another day. 

If there is no solution other than "you take the risk", it seems this would be a death-toll to selling houses at auctions absent a huge bucket of cash to cover losses if they happen.  

Please recommend a free one, as I have only one rental property so not sure i need too many features.Thanks!

It has worked wonders for keeping the home leak free.

If you do not own a primary home its easier because you can claim any 2-4 unit as primary and only have to put down 3.5% for FHA, 5% for Fannie Mae or No money down 100% of you are a Military Veteran.Live in the home for 12 months refinance pull some cash out and move on to the next property to buy.