This tenant has good credit above 600, good background and everything except income does not exceed rent by three times.

Wesley,Seller credits or seller contribution to closing costs is usually common when the buyer is coming is closer to full ask.

Consider purchasing additional investment properties such as rental homes, commercial properties, or even shares in real estate through investment trusts.Consider investing in stocks, bonds, or mutual funds through a broker or online investing platform.

OK here is my situation, I'm 26 years old with $90k I'm willing to start investing in real estate with, I have zero debt and near perfect credit history and not much liabilities in life at this point......no house, still single, no kids etc.

I will wait until we've held the lot for at least 1 year to avoid additional taxes owed per my CPA's advice.

Does your Mom have some additional funds to leave you for maintaining the home while step-dad occupies?

Landfills make me think: odor, smoke, noise, bugs, and water supply contamination.Construction on top of landfill: additional costs, abnormal settling, off gassing, heavy metals, and surface leaching if a capping fails.

I'd search in/around campus for a 5 BR and see how hard it is to find one.If scarce, I'd start w/ 5 BR listing first.Some additional tips here:Nearing 1,000 College Students: Here's What I've Learned

However, the owner has made professional additions such as a 500+ square feet family room and a 500 square feet deck, which greatly enhance its value.

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