And we usually replaced windows/storm doors and HVAC systems within a year of purchasing older units, and this has helped as well.

Dear BP community, I am currently evaluating a property for purchase, and the listed bedroom/bathroom (s) count does not match with the county records.

I wouldnt give any consideration to what the seller needs in order to break even in determining the purchase price.

I've helped a lot of investors in your area, and I find that many of them end up purchasing rentals in the Central Valley for the very reason you mentioned.  

The only two ways to rectify this are (1) purchase the property far below market price or (2) significantly increase the property net income usually through some method of “repositioning”. 

If you’re interested in assuming a VA loan, you will be required to purchase the home in your name and have enough cash to cover the seller’s equity in the home.

For an investment property (purchased as an owner occupant), that is insane. 

@Preet Oberoi Purchasing a short-term rental (STR) or tiny home to offset W-2 income with depreciation can be effective if structured correctly.

We've never used percentage-based criteria, like the 70% Rule, for purchases.

I currrntly own a home and am renting it out, I am working on purchasing a duplex.