Ready and motivated to get on it and grow now all over the USA and internationally if possible and convenient.

I am researching the city and surrounding areas and seriously considering it for my first BRRRR.   

It is less than the current ticket price.

I think the idea of owning your house at all costs has had it's day in the sun and people are waking up to the fact that renting is often times the financially sound decision.

It sounds like you bring a wealth of experience not just from your career as a realtor but also from your personal moves and investments.

(that CA so ignorantly enforces)...Not sure if any of that makes since...it's was just a thought...what are yours 

His question was, if you have a long-term residential lease signed 1+ years and the property is rented out, does the mortgage still count against your DTI?

:)  Happy to talk 1-1 about ideas as we're finishing up our current remodel project on a duplex in Beaverton.And good luck with the search, hoping to hear great news so I can draft off your learnings when ready for my next one!

Bank statement loans likely will not help you until you have been doing your new venture for 12 months and have some deposit history. 

well, what was your occupancy?